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Massimo Listri: The World's Most Beautiful Libraries/ Die Schonsten Bibliotheken Der Welt/ Les Plus Belles Bibliotheques Du Mond,Used
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From the mighty halls of ancient Alexandria to the coffered ceilings of the Morgan Library in New York, human beings have had a long, enraptured relationship with libraries. Like no other concept and like no other space, the collection of knowledge, learning, and imagination offers a sense of infinite possibility. Its the unrivaled realm of discovery, where every faded manuscript or mighty clothbound tome might reveal a provocative new idea, a farflung fantasy, an ancient belief, a religious conviction, or a whole new way of being in the world.In this new photographic journey, Massimo Listri travels to some of the oldest and finest libraries to reveal their architectural, historical, and imaginative wonder. Through great wooden doors, up spiraling staircases, and along exquisite, shelflined corridors, he leads us through outstanding private, public, educational, and monastic libraries, dating as far back as 766. Between them, these medieval, classical, baroque, rococo, and 19thcentury institutions hold some of the most precious records of human thought and deed, inscribed and printed in manuscripts, volumes, papyrus scrolls, and incunabula. In each, Listris poised images capture the librarys unique atmosphere, as much as their most prized holdings and design details.Featured libraries include the papal collections of the Vatican Apostolic Library, Trinity College Library, home to the Book of Kells and Book of Durrow, and the holdings of the Laurentian Library in Florence, the private library of the powerful House of Medici, designed by Michelangelo. With meticulous descriptions accompanying each featured library, we learn not only of the libraries astonishing holdingsfrom which highlights are illustratedbut also of their often lively, turbulent, or controversial pasts. Like Altenburg Abbey in Austria, an outpost of imperial Catholicism repeatedly destroyed during the European wars of religion, or the Franciscan monastery in Lima, Peru, with its horde of archival Inquisition documents.At once a bibliophile beauty pageant, an ode to knowledge, and an evocation of the particular magic of print, Massimo Listri. The Worlds Most Beautiful Libraries is above all a culturalhistorical pilgrimage to the heart of our halls of learning, to the stories they tell, as much as those they gather in printed matter along polished shelves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Massimo Listri: The World's Most Beautiful Libraries'? A: The main theme of this book is the exploration of the architectural and historical significance of some of the world's most beautiful libraries, showcasing their unique designs and the treasures they house.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Massimo Listri: The World's Most Beautiful Libraries' is Elisabeth Sladek.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 558 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Massimo Listri: The World's Most Beautiful Libraries' published? A: The book was published on July 15, 2018.
- Q: Is this book available in multiple languages? A: Yes, this book is published in a multilingual edition.
- Q: What kind of libraries are featured in this book? A: The book features a variety of libraries, including private, public, educational, and monastic libraries, some of which date back to 766.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book includes numerous photographs capturing the architectural beauty and unique atmospheres of the featured libraries.
- Q: Are there any historical insights included in the book? A: Yes, the book provides detailed descriptions and historical insights about the libraries, including their collections and notable past events.
- Q: Is the book suitable for bibliophiles and history enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, this book is ideal for bibliophiles, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the cultural significance of libraries.