TUSCANY MARVEL
Travel from home with this classic coffee table book from Assouline. One in a series of immaculately illustrated books that will take you on a journey to the most sought-after cities, sharing the stories, hot spots and figures that have made the locations iconic. A curated selection of vintage and original photos reveal the distinct spirit and DNA of the area. These titles are presented in eye-catching, vibrant hardcovers inspired by the destination.
Travel from home with this classic coffee table book from Assouline. One in a series of immaculately illustrated books that will take you on a journey to the most sought-after cities, sharing the stories, hot spots and figures that have made the locations iconic. A curated selection of vintage and original photos reveal the distinct spirit and DNA of the area. These titles are presented in eye-catching, vibrant hardcovers inspired by the destination.
Travel from home with this classic coffee table book from Assouline. One in a series of immaculately illustrated books that will take you on a journey to the most sought-after cities, sharing the stories, hot spots and figures that have made the locations iconic. A curated selection of vintage and original photos reveal the distinct spirit and DNA of the area. These titles are presented in eye-catching, vibrant hardcovers inspired by the destination.
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The Italian region of Tuscany is a feast for all senses. A creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture for eras including Etruscan, Roman, Renaissance and modern times. Timeworn churches, once stops on nineteenth-century Grand Tours, stand tall in the towns’ piazzas. Rolling hills of wheat and colorful olive groves, that inspire authentic Tuscan cuisine, are dotted with villas built by the prestigious Medici family. The Tyrrhenian Sea extends off its coast, lapping the shore of Elba, the island where the emperor Napoleon was exiled. Quaint villages, historic towns and bustling cities are scattered across its landscape, which is almost as varied as the communities themselves. From annual horse races at Piazza del Campo, and the centuries-old winemaking traditions of the Chianti region to the city of Pisa, an ancient Maritime Republic known for the youthful spirit of its Scuola Normale Superiore and Leaning Tower alike, Tuscany is the place of dreams, where thousands come to relive its history and take in the beauty of a region.
In the fashion world, Ferragamo, Gucci and Pucci all have ties to Florence and its endless inspiration. However, what truly defines Tuscany is its timelessness. Masterpieces from centuries past still lure immense crowds. Brunelleschi’s dome in Florence never fails to strike onlookers with awe.
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Author: Cesare Cunaccia
312 pages
More than 200 illustrations
Released in May 2021
W 25 x L 33 x D 3.8 cm (2.7 kg)
Linen Hardcover
ISBN: 9781649800015