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Step into the captivating world of Brunelleschi's Dome: The Story of the Great Cathedral in Florence, authored by the esteemed Dr. Ross King. This compelling narrative unveils the extraordinary journey behind the iconic dome of Santa Maria del Fiore, a pinnacle of Italian Renaissance architecture that continues to awe and inspire generations.
In this enthralling account, Dr. King takes you through a century-long saga filled with:
Once deemed impossible, this magnificent dome has emerged as a symbol of human ambition and creativity. At the center of this inspiring story is Filippo Brunelleschi, the enigmatic architect whose tenacity and brilliance redefined the limits of architecture. Initially seen as eccentric, Brunelleschi's vision transformed Renaissance Florence, a city pulsating with plagues, wars, and intellectual vigor.
This award-winning work has been recognized as the Non-Fiction Book of the Year by American Independent Booksellers, and has received high praise from the Spectator for its compelling storytelling. The Financial Times also lauded it for its wealth of 'excellent little stories' that breathe life into the historical narrative.
Meticulously researched and richly detailed, Brunelleschi's Dome offers an engaging glimpse into the human drama behind one of history’s most magnificent architectural feats. A must-have for anyone passionate about Renaissance architecture and the indomitable spirit that shaped it.
ISBN: | 9780099526780 |
Author: | Dr Ross King |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 196 x 130 x 13 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 August, 2008 |
Pagination: | 192 pages |
Weight: | 154g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’