Rome Then and Now

by Federica D'Orazio

Dating back to the beginning of the first millennium, some of Rome’s most famous architectural sites are among the most ancient in the world. They survive in an enchanting urban tableau of classicism and modern Italian culture. Here are all of Rome’s most famous tourist attractions — the Coliseum, St. Peter’s Square, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps — represented in dozens of photographs, old and new, that bring the great city to life.

Genres: History, Italy, Travel, Photography, Architecture, Nonfiction

144 pages, Hardcover

First published October 15, 2004

Reviews

[Wayne]

This is like an Adult Version of a Child's Picture Book.
...lots of great photographs to drool over,
and a minimum of text that only ADDS to the drooling.

And it appears to be such an effortless read/look that one could easily read it several times over during a single read/look.
Fascinating to compare and contrast the two photos displayed on opposite pages...one sepia or b/w and usually 19th Century; the other, modern and in colour.
Does it help if you've been there???
Yes, because you have the extra dimensions of memory and experiences to draw on...BUT, those scenes that I have NEVER visited (yet!!!) really do excite my curiosity and scrutiny.
Sixty-nine places are viewed, a total of 138 photos....so a Feast.

Satisfaction assured by its author, Frederica D'Orazio.

[Maxine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cool book using photos and anecdotes to tell the history of Rome from past to present (if 2004 is still considered the present haha).

[DMae · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book which compares photographs from the late 1800's/early 1900's to current photographs.

This book was given to me by the staff at Woodriver Elementary School when I was involuntarily transferred to another school in the district. I couldn't look at the book for a couple of years because it made me too sad, thinking of the awesome staff there. When I finally opened the book, I found a wonderful card from the staff!

I enjoy this book immensely and often look at the "Grand Tour" photographs and imagine myself there, visiting my favorite city in the world.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lot of great info with the photos of ancient sites.