Italy, a Phaidon cultural guide

Synopsis of Italy, a Phaidon cultural guide

«Italy, a Phaidon Cultural Guide» is the cultural guide to Italy edited by Franz N. Mehling, published by Hungry Minds in paperback (799 pages, in English).

Reference guide to Italy's monumental heritage, with entries arranged alphabetically by locality. Describes cities, churches, palaces, museums and theaters, with attention to the country's art and architecture. Includes over 750 color photographs, building plans, maps of Italy, Sicily and Sardinia, glossary and index of artists.

English translation of the original «Knaurs Kulturführer in Farbe, Italien», done by Babel Translations (London).

Suitable for travelers interested in Italy's artistic and architectural heritage who seek an illustrated reference guide in English.