Seward, Mr Desmond

Naples: A Traveller's Reader

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ISBN 13:
9781472142306
author:
Seward, Mr Desmond
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Robinson
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
20 x 20.8 x 2 centimetres (0.25
Genre:
Travel, Country Guides, Europe
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.12

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Naples: A City Remembered in Its Glory This comprehensive guide to Naples brings to life the drama, history, and vibrant atmosphere of one of Europe's greatest cities. Once the royal capital of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, Naples is now a treasure trove of magnificent buildings and bustling streets that evoke the spirit of Paris or London. Through extracts from chronicles, memoirs, biographies, letters, and novels, this book recreates the city's past in its present-day locations. From the turbulent days of the Angevin Queens to the artistic life of the 16th century, Naples is revealed as a city that has captivated visitors from across Europe, including famous figures like Casanova and Goethe. With its unique blend of history, culture, and topography, this book provides an indispensable companion for anyone visiting Naples today.

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