Naples: A Palimpsest

Naples: A Palimpsest

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Peter Gunn
Binding: Hardback
Published: Chapman and Hall, 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

Naples: A Palimpsest presents a captivating journey through the multifaceted history and vibrant culture of Naples, Italy. Peter Gunn uncovers the city's ancient origins and its continuous evolution, illustrating how successive civilizations have left their indelible marks on its architecture, traditions, and spirit. This compelling narrative chronicles the layers of time, from Greek and Roman foundations to Bourbon grandeur and modern-day complexities, revealing a city perpetually reinventing itself while retaining its unique essence. The work argues for Naples as a living archive, where every street and stone tells a story of resilience and transformation, offering readers a profound understanding of its enduring allure.

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Description

Author: Peter Gunn
Binding: Hardback
Published: Chapman and Hall, 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

Naples: A Palimpsest presents a captivating journey through the multifaceted history and vibrant culture of Naples, Italy. Peter Gunn uncovers the city's ancient origins and its continuous evolution, illustrating how successive civilizations have left their indelible marks on its architecture, traditions, and spirit. This compelling narrative chronicles the layers of time, from Greek and Roman foundations to Bourbon grandeur and modern-day complexities, revealing a city perpetually reinventing itself while retaining its unique essence. The work argues for Naples as a living archive, where every street and stone tells a story of resilience and transformation, offering readers a profound understanding of its enduring allure.