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Cadogan's original three cities guide is now in its fifth edition--and travel companies consistently cite this combination as their most sought-after Italian tour. These are three remarkable cities with three remarkable stories to tell. Rome went out and conquered the world, and in its retirement came back to remake itself as Europe's most ornate capital. Venice built itself up from a Dark Age swamp to become a fairy city of canals. Florence built its empire on finance and wool, and lavished the profits on art and science. Cadogan explores their three very different characters: stately Rome, with its Coliseum and the Sistine Chapel; dreamy Venice, and the eternal romance of a gondola ride along its canals; and Florence, bursting with more paintings, sculptures, and monuments than anywhere else in Italy. They all combine to offer a sublime introduction to the country, or a perfect multi-center trip for travelers with limited time. Cadogan's essential guide uncovers the divine, the great, and the quirky in each city.

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Rome Venice Florence, 5th edition, Cadogan.......2007-03-08

Super information; well organized and easy to use; nice to have a book with these three popular destinations rather than having to buy a book for each

An extremely detailed guide to 3 wonderful cities.......2006-12-31

Reviewed by Olivera Baumgartner-Jackson for Reader Views (12/06)

If you are one of those travelers who like to explore fewer places during your vacation, but get to know them in depth, you will certainly love the guidebook "Rome Venice Florence" by Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls. The authors did a marvelous job presenting those three fine cities, so different from each other in every aspect.

Just make sure that you heed the warning from the introductory section of the book:
"The prima donna dripping splendour, the agate-eyed goddess of the sea and the proud, clear eyed genius... if this is your first visit, we can only envy you. Rome, Venice, and Florence are in a class all their own, as high-water marks in the saga of human potential, as supernovas among the star places of Western civilization. They can be utterly demanding and make you reel and keel over from a glut of art and beauty - there is even a name for it - the `Stendhal syndrome'. You have been warned."

While I totally agree with the aforementioned statement, I also believe that armed with this guidebook you will feel considerably less lost and clueless. To set the stage, the authors wrote the chapters in the part named "Italy in Perspective,: which introduces the many faceted face of Italy through its history, art and architecture, literature, music and cinema. My favorite part is the "Snapshots of Italy," talking about such important and diverse topics as the Bella Figura, Brick Italy, Marble Italy, Commedia dell'Arte, Pasta and the Pinocchio Complex. Make sure you do not skip those pages - they will make understanding Italy and Italians vastly easier.

Another truly useful chapter is the one on food and drink, which even includes an Italian menu reader. This will make exploration of the fine Italian cuisine more enjoyable for certain.

The `Travel' section covers all of the getting there and around topics, including the entry formalities. This section should be particularly useful for an independent traveler, as should also be the following "Practical A - Z" section, filled with a wealth of information and useful travel tips. The authors even thought of including addresses of the exchange offices which are open on the weekends.

The real delights await you in the following three sections, each of which deals in great detail with Rome, Venice, or Florence. The wealth of the information is amazing and sometimes dazzling, the array of choices staggering and the details remarkable. There are 14 maps included, ranging from a comprehensive map of Italy on the inside front cover to city maps for all three cities along with several detailed maps of places of interest. Useful information in each of the chapters includes such diverse topics as the public transport, shopping, festivals, places to stay and places to eat and much, much more. Comparing the authors' selections in Venice, a city that I know very well, I was pleasantly surprised to find both several of my long-time favorites and quite a few new places to explore during my next visit.

If this book makes you want to learn more about Italy, there is an excellent "Further Reading" list to be found at the very end of it. Read a few before going to Italy and your visit will be even more fun.

I would highly recommend "Rome Venice Florence" to anybody with serious interest in the Italian way of life, their culture, art and history. It is well written and reads easily. My only regret is that there were no photographs to showcase the beauty of the three magnificent cities described in it.

Decent pre-trip read but not worth taking with you.......2004-10-25

This book has solid information and is well-written but that doesn't keep it from being BORING! The only pictures provided are in a few pages at the front of the book. The maps are not good enough to travel with. It makes a decent pre-trip read (or to at least browse through when planning your trip). However, don't plan on traveling with this book. The National Geographic or Eyewitness Travel Guides are far better. The best of the best are the Rick Steves travel books which do not have pictures either but are updated every single year with new hotel and restaurant information plus great maps.

Invaluable Travelling Companion !.......2004-09-15

According to their web page, Michael Palin has called the Cadogan Guides "a balance of infectious enthusiasm and solid practicality."
How right he is.

This book was invaluable on a recent vacation, both before leaving and while touring. Despite its massive content it's lightweight and compact, although the binding is pretty rubbishy. Before leaving I checked out the maps and read the practical information (e.g., bus passes). Also I was able to book well-located and cheap hotels in all three cities from these listings.

Maria Vasilakis' review below mistakenly assumes that the Guide does not highlight major sights. The "Highlights of Florence" section (p. 246) does just that. The book makes an ideal walking companion, with district-by-district and street-by-street organisation. Reading between the lines of the authors' descriptions will help you determine which sights are truly worth seeing.

If you wish, you can read the helpful topical essays - on e.g., the Medicis etc. - or save them for after your return. Gallery-by-gallery breakdowns help you navigate through main attractions like the Vatican and the Uffizi. There are plans of the major churches, with numbered keys.

I've had it spiral bound to preserve it, and will be using it again.

Highly recommended.

Very very good in a very specific way........2002-11-28

Previous reviewer seems to have missed half their own point. If you are looking for Frommers or Fodors, BUY Frommers or Fodors! The world doesn't need any more of that ilk. That market is well established and those books are good at what they do.

We're the type of travellers who basically use the Net for more time sensitive things -- the changing food and lodging scenes in any given locale. Anymore, that type of info in a book holds a distinct disadvantage versus online sources. Given that we are already armed with that info beforehand, we don't need to pay for a guide book to resummarize it.

Once you strip that off, what's left? Info on the sights, changing attitudes, culture. 90% of what is known about the Forum, St. Pete's, etc. doesn't change. That background is suitable for book treatment. The key is distilling this info in such a way that it doesn't come off like an encyclopedia entry (the trap which the Blue Guides fall into - yawn). This the Cadogan Guides manage to do quite well. The writers do have a particular point of view on things, but it is thoughtful one and makes good reading.

Again, every travel book doesn't apply to every travel situation. If that were the case, maybe we could all get by on Fodors. This book has marked out a different spot on the map and it is doing a very good job in that spot.

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In a biography essay the author describes Hunt as a man of contradictions:both an ardent animal lover and a hunter; someone who felt at home in the woods yet lived most of his life in suburban New York.

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Lynn Bogue Hunt: A Sporting Life.......2007-07-14

Very interesting information on an excellent wildlife artist that is not well known outside of the sporting community.

Solid bio of a major outdoor artist.......2004-10-29

Kevin Shelly does a solid job portraying both the accomplishments and contradictions of outdoor artist Lynn Bogue Hunt. Shelly details Hunt's life with the precision of a journalist but also with the understanding and appreciation of a hunter. He recounts the personal situations and events of Hunt's life, not to indulge in trivial gossip but to explain the forces that shaped Hunt. Shelly documents Hunt's art, from his first illustration in Sports Afield in 1897 through hundreds more in magazines and books over 54 years. And the book's numerous color and black-and-white reproductions allow readers to experience Hunt's art for themselves. Despite Hunt's long, prolific career, few articles and no books have been written about one of the premiere outdoor artists. Shelly's clear and readable book corrects that deficiency.

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Lynn Bogue Hunt a Sporting Life
Kevin C Shelly
Manufacturer: DERRYDALE PRESS @
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000N7BEIM

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Being faced with the death of our furry, feathered and scaly friends can be a devastating emotional experience, so profound that the feelings cannot be put into words.

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Beautiful and touching... a must have!.......2007-03-19

I love this book. Anyone who has ever loved and lost an animal friend will love this book. Anyone fond of cemeteries will love this book. The author's heart speaks to us through touching stories and beautiful images. She allows us to share in a universal love and remeberance of our animal companions. Not everyone understands the place they share in our lives. Through this book we can feel we are not alone and find some comfort during one of the most difficult times in our lives, the loss of a beloved friend.

Heart-felt and Moving!.......2007-03-11

This 1st edition with the beautifully done cover is both thought provoking and deeply emotional as well as indispensable for those who have lost a dear pet/"child".
Highly recommended.

a beautiful and artistic homage to pets!.......2001-12-18

This books not only celebrates the beauty found in pet cemetaries, but the beauty found in the human/animal bond. Michele illustrates through her magnificent photos how deep and eternal the love can be for the animals in people's lives. The stories told are endearing, encouraging the reader to reflect on his own fond memories of the pets in his life. "Goodbye, My Friend" is a gracious tip-of-the-hat to pets and petowners everywhere!

FINALLY ALLOWED TO WEEP FOR A PET.......2001-12-09

Animal lovers face a double problem when a pet dies. The sense of loss can equal that which we feel for a human; but many people look askance at the person who mourns a pet. After all, it was "just" an animal.

Michele Lanci-Altomare's touchingly beautiful book, "Good-Bye My Friend," gives us, finally, permission to weep. The book is a loving compendium of poems and essays written by a variety of people on the deaths of their pets, combined with tender photographs of pet cemeteries and individual graves in the U.S., England and Canada. If you have a friend who has recently lost
a pet--or if you've lost one yourself--a gift of this book is a gift of comfort.

Touching and sentimental journey.......2001-05-10

Be sure to have plenty of kleenex on you when you read this touching and sentimental book about people's beloved pets.

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Fine and Historic Bookbindings from the Folger Shakespeare Library
Frederick A. Bearman , Nati H. Krivatsy , and J. Franklin Mowery
Manufacturer: Harry N Abrams
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Binding: Hardcover

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Fine and Historic Bookbindings from the Folger Shakespeare Library
Frederick Bearman; A.; Nati H. Krivatsy; J. Franklin Mowrey
Manufacturer: FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000OKJWSW

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Fine and Historic Bookbindings from the Folger Shakespeare Library Â… with an Introduction by Anthony Hobson. Photographs by Julie Ainsworth.
Frederick A., Nati H. KRIVATSY, & J. Franklin MOWERY. BEARMAN
Manufacturer: Folger Shakespeare Library
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000TTK0HU

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All the universe is contained within a flower...this is the essence of Zen-Buddhism and also all the universe is contained within a flower.

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Clear and concise instructions, combined with full color step-by step photography,takes you through more than 50 different paint treatments.

Customer Reviews:

Special Finishes for Your Home.......2006-04-07

This covers the basics in the front (how to open a paint can, removing stray hairs from a brush, loading the roller, etc.). It also discusses some color theory to help with choosing a color.
Each technique gets several pages that include step-by-step instructions and photos. Also included are six sample results and usually some full room photos so you can see a finished look.
It also takes a variety of techniques to show theme rooms. For example Scandinavian room or a medieval hallway or a provencal kitchen.
All pretty useful if you want to try special paint effects in your home.

Encyclopedic in its coverage.......2004-12-29

Good projects but could be found elsewhere.......2003-10-22

I bought this book with 4 other books from Amazon because I already had another book by this author from a local bookshop. I liked her projects so I wanted to look at more projects from her. To my surprise the book I already had (Practiacal Home Paint Effects by the same publisher and author issued in 2001) is almost identical with this book. This book speaks about the materials used, then described the techniques and then the projects follow.
Also, all other books give instructions to mix paint with glaze, but she is mixing paint with wallpaper paste. Unless in the US this is something we do not have here, in my country wallpaper paste is a type of glue and I cannot understant for what it is used for.
The little book I already had is the same except that it does not describe in detail the techniques. Also it is much cheaper and is also available from Amazon. The decorating schemes presented are exactly the same. No new projects are presented.
So if you are looking for ideas buy the other book. If you want details by this one but DO NOT buy both.

Good projects but could be found elsewhere.......2003-10-22

a must have.......2000-04-15

I decided to paint my own kitchen cabinets using the faux finish style that is so attractive and popular today. In order to decide on the perfect method and style for my room I ordered 3 different books on painting finishes. I could have saved myself alot of money and just ordered this one book. It truly is the only book you will need for inspiration and direction. The pictures are large and the text is easy to understand and follow. Ms. Cohen has a classic on her hands that I reccommend to anyone who is interested in the art of faux finishing for the home. It is a must have for all at home art libraries.

The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Paint Effects: Over 120 fabulous projects and 1000 photographs - the complete practical guide and ideas book ... instructions for guaranteed results

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The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Paint Effects: Over 120 fabulous projects and 1000 photographs - the complete practical guide and ideas book ... instructions for guaranteed results
Sacha Cohen
Manufacturer: Lorenz Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 075481615X

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Techniques and ideas for decorating every kind of surface, from walls and floors to furniture, furnishings,fittings, objects and ornaments.

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Introduction to Practical Paint Effects
Stephanie Baker
Manufacturer: PRC Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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“[This] perfect tool...begins with the basics such as color schemes, then moves on to techniques like marbling, ragging, stenciling and sponging. Also included are full-color photos, step-by-step instructions, a color wheel and design templates.”—www.decorativeartist.com. “Even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before...simple instructions...will have you creating walls with wow in no time.”—Better Homes & Gardens.

Introduction to Practical Paint Effects, An: Ideas and Techniques to Transform Your Home

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Introduction to Practical Paint Effects, An: Ideas and Techniques to Transform Your Home
Stephanie Baker
Manufacturer: Collins & Brown
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Color-washed walls, stenciled borders, or wood-grained furniture: paint can provide the decorative details that turn house into a home and add style and character to any design scheme. So, pick up the brush, the sponge, the rag and get started - you don't have to be an artist to add profesional-looking paint effects everywhere. It's absolutely uncomplicated, as long as you have these wonderfully simple directions for almost every available method. An etire section (with a color wheel) is devoted to teaching you about color, so you can choose contrasting tones or complementary hues, or glorious primary tints- each of which receives a detailed discussion. Photos reveal what a difference a varaition in shade can make, dramatically altering the look of a room.

The New Paint Effects Project Book: Learn 100 Decorative Painting Techniques, with Practical Examples and Step-by-Step Projects to Transform Your Home

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The New Paint Effects Project Book: Learn 100 Decorative Painting Techniques, with Practical Examples and Step-by-Step Projects to Transform Your Home
Sacha Cohen , and Maggie Philo
Manufacturer: Hermes House
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0681643005

Practical Home Paint Effects (Practical Handbooks (Lorenz))

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I never knew there were so many ways to do things.

Practical Home Paint Effects (Practical Handbooks (Lorenz))
Sacha Cohen
Manufacturer: Lorenz Books
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ASIN: 075480643X

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This collectable book is filled with tips and techniques for do-it-yourself around the home. It is aimed at the novice home decorator and experienced enthusiast alike, and contain practical advice.

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I never knew there were so many ways to do things........2006-11-16

I bought this book cause I wanted different effects with paints, I now know what I can mix with paints to do something different, like adding wallpaper paste to it. From fixing cracks, using different tools, rollers, the color wheel, to match up what you are going to buy.how to do a marble effect, color washes, stencils, using different brushes, like a powder brush, a feather, how to do a faux bamboo wall, impressive styles, to comtempory, to country, how to do a fake stone wall, this book is for walls, flooring, doors etc. Lots of ideas, you can create your own from this book

Practical Paint Effects for Furniture, Fabric and Finishing Touches

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Practical Paint Effects for Furniture, Fabric and Finishing Touches
Sacha Cohen
Manufacturer: Southwater
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1844762262

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Over 25 practical projects and hindreds of creative ideas for adding color and style to your household accessories, fabric and furniture.

Recipes for Paint Effects (Practical Handbooks (Lorenz))

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Recipes for Paint Effects (Practical Handbooks (Lorenz))
Sacha Cohen
Manufacturer: Lorenz Books
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ASIN: 075480609X

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The inspirational companion for every creative home decorator.

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24th International Congress on High-Speed Photography and Photonics: 24-29 September 2000, Sendai, Japan: Proceedings (Tutorial Texts in Optical Engineering)

Manufacturer: SPIE-International Society for Optical Engine
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ASIN: 0819438464

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This English translation of De Quilmes a Hyde Park. Las fronteras culturales en la vida y la obra de W. H. Hudson, which won the 2001 Annual Prize in Literature of Uruguay, analyzes how the richness of Hudson's work is linked to the overlapping of several cultures in his life. His work and life developed in the opposition of Romanticism to Enlightenment, wavering between literature and science.

Combining biographical details with analysis of his philosophy and works, the study follows Hudson's life from his childhood on a cattle farm in Argentina to his emigration to England in 1874, including the years he fought on the frontier between whites and indigenous populations and the years he spent traveling abroad. The study concludes with a bibliography of Hudson's books, poems, posthumously published works, and translations into Spanish, as well as critical studies of Hudson.

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