A City And A World: A Roman Sketchbook
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: Bernard Wall
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London, 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This evocative work presents a vivid portrait of Rome, capturing its enduring spirit and profound influence on civilization. The author chronicles the city's multifaceted history, from ancient ruins to modern life, illustrating how its past continues to shape its present. Through keen observations and personal reflections, the narrative uncovers the unique character of the Eternal City, revealing its artistic treasures, architectural marvels, and the daily rhythms of its inhabitants. It argues for Rome's singular position as a cultural touchstone, offering readers an intimate understanding of its timeless allure and complex identity.
Author: Bernard Wall
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London, 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This evocative work presents a vivid portrait of Rome, capturing its enduring spirit and profound influence on civilization. The author chronicles the city's multifaceted history, from ancient ruins to modern life, illustrating how its past continues to shape its present. Through keen observations and personal reflections, the narrative uncovers the unique character of the Eternal City, revealing its artistic treasures, architectural marvels, and the daily rhythms of its inhabitants. It argues for Rome's singular position as a cultural touchstone, offering readers an intimate understanding of its timeless allure and complex identity.