Naples: Past And Present (1901)

By Arthur Hamilton Norway

Book Overview

Naples: Past and Present is a comprehensive book written by Arthur Hamilton Norway in 1901. The book provides an in-depth look at the city of Naples, Italy, covering its rich history and modern-day life. The author explores the city's ancient past, from the Greeks and Romans to the Normans and Spanish, and how each era has left its mark on the city. The book also delves into the city's cultural and artistic heritage, including its famous opera houses, museums, and art galleries. Norway provides detailed descriptions of the city's architecture, including its stunning churches and palaces, and the book is illustrated with numerous photographs and maps. In addition to exploring the city's history and culture, the author provides a glimpse into the daily life of the city's inhabitants. He covers topics such as the city's food and drink, its markets and shopping districts, and the various festivals and celebrations that take place throughout the year. Overall, Naples: Past and Present is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive look at one of Italy's most vibrant and historic cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian history, culture, and architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116702253X
• ISBN13: 9781167022531
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 502 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"