Vatican City
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Secondhand book: generally 'Very Good' to 'Excellent'. These are books which may have some slight wear and tear or sun fading on the edges. There may be an inscription at the front.
A richly illustrated guide to one of the world's most extraordinary sovereign states, this volume chronicles the history, art, and spiritual grandeur of Vatican City. Authored by Orazio Petrosillo, a renowned Vatican correspondent, the work presents the unique cultural and religious heritage contained within the walls of the Holy See, from the magnificent Sistine Chapel to the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. It details the architectural masterpieces commissioned by the papacy over centuries, weaving together art history, theology, and political significance in a single authoritative narrative. Published by the official Edizioni Musei Vaticani, the text carries the imprimatur of the Vatican's own museums, making it an indispensable reference for scholars, pilgrims, and art lovers alike. Illustrated with stunning imagery, this is a definitive portrait of the smallest — yet most spiritually influential — nation on Earth.
Vatican City
Condition remarks:
Paperback
Secondhand book: generally 'Very Good' to 'Excellent'. These are books which may have some slight wear and tear or sun fading on the edges. There may be an inscription at the front.
A richly illustrated guide to one of the world's most extraordinary sovereign states, this volume chronicles the history, art, and spiritual grandeur of Vatican City. Authored by Orazio Petrosillo, a renowned Vatican correspondent, the work presents the unique cultural and religious heritage contained within the walls of the Holy See, from the magnificent Sistine Chapel to the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. It details the architectural masterpieces commissioned by the papacy over centuries, weaving together art history, theology, and political significance in a single authoritative narrative. Published by the official Edizioni Musei Vaticani, the text carries the imprimatur of the Vatican's own museums, making it an indispensable reference for scholars, pilgrims, and art lovers alike. Illustrated with stunning imagery, this is a definitive portrait of the smallest — yet most spiritually influential — nation on Earth.
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Condition remarks:
Paperback
Secondhand book: generally 'Very Good' to 'Excellent'. These are books which may have some slight wear and tear or sun fading on the edges. There may be an inscription at the front.
A richly illustrated guide to one of the world's most extraordinary sovereign states, this volume chronicles the history, art, and spiritual grandeur of Vatican City. Authored by Orazio Petrosillo, a renowned Vatican correspondent, the work presents the unique cultural and religious heritage contained within the walls of the Holy See, from the magnificent Sistine Chapel to the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. It details the architectural masterpieces commissioned by the papacy over centuries, weaving together art history, theology, and political significance in a single authoritative narrative. Published by the official Edizioni Musei Vaticani, the text carries the imprimatur of the Vatican's own museums, making it an indispensable reference for scholars, pilgrims, and art lovers alike. Illustrated with stunning imagery, this is a definitive portrait of the smallest — yet most spiritually influential — nation on Earth.
