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 Unlike
a standard guidebook, City Secrets' unique format
brings the passionate opinions and informed perspectives
of more than 200 distinguished contributors -- including
curators, composers, artists, journalists, architects,
and historians. This series, edited by Robert Kahn,
shows each city through the eyes of those who know it
best: experts who were asked to name and describe their
personal favorite artwork, architecture, ancient site,
entertainment or feature of the city. Taken together,
their recommendations provide travellers with the ultimate
insider's tour.
Lighthearted but scholarly, City Secrets covers
most familiar attractions and often pauses for several
different comments on the same site or piece of art.
Topics covered include art, architecture, museums, restaurants,
shopping, flea markets, houses of worship, wineries,
gardens, vistas, drives, day-long excursions, hikes,
artists' haunts, and cultural tidbits.
These books are organized by area. Comprehensive maps
keyed to entries, a subtle "nonguidebook" look,
and two ribbon markers make these a unique traveller's
companion.
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CITY SECRETS:
Florence, Venice and the Towns of Italy |
CITY SECETS:
Rome |
CITY SECRETS:
London |
CITY SECRETS:
New York |
| Here are passionate opinions and informed
perspectives of more than 200 distinguished contributors.
An architect leads you through a hidden Florentine passageway
built for the Medici; Italy's most renowned cook divulges
her favorite Venetian eateries; an artist directs you
to the courtyard of a Renaissance convent, where you
ring for access to the frescoes -- and a miraculous handprint
that lie within. Topics include art, museums, architecture,
restaurants, shopping, flea markets, monasteries, churches,
wineries, vistas, day-long excursions, hikes, and artists'
haunts. |
If a standard guidebook has never given
you entree to the Rome you seek, let City Secrets unlock
the door. See the world's most magnificent art, architecture,
and antiquities through the eyes of the people who know
them best: a renowned painter shows the way to an overlooked
masterpiece; an archaeologist walks you through an intriguing
ancient ruin; a Renaissance scholar tells which of Michelangelo's
works he finds most moving of all. Along the way, a poet
laureate shares the address of a gourmet cheese shop
with its own pizzeria, and an acclaimed director sets
the stage for an ideal Roman afternoon.
A unique compilation, City Secrets Rome will reveal
the city that takes your breath away. Organized by area;
with maps.
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The travel advice in City Secrets:
London comes directly from those who know the city
most intimately. By following these in-the-know recommendations,
a traveller will extend well beyond the normal tourist
experience to discover a private city rich in personal
history. The secret energy of London is discovered not
only through details on new, hip locations, but also
by exploring the favorite hidden hangouts of historical
personalities. Read this book and take an unsuspecting
friend along for the trip, they'll be impressed by your
insider knowledge. |
Novelists, artists architects, curators,
filmmakers, historian, and gourmets reveal their favorites
in this insider's guide. Highlights include the quintessential
Village bookstore, vintage saloons, a cinematic tour
of Brooklyn, a celebrity deli, and a Hasidic dairy bar
above the city’s most famous diamond exchange.
Contributions from neurologist Oliver Sacks, journalist
Anna Quindlen, folksinger Pete Seeger, and dozens of
other luminaries are also included. |
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