Vatican

""Vatican: Its History Its Treasures"" is a comprehensive book written by Corrado Ricci that delves into the fascinating history of the Vatican City, one of the most significant religious and cultural centers in the world. The book is a detailed exploration of the Vatican's past, from its humble beginnings as a small Christian community to its current status as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.The book covers a range of topics, including the Vatican's architecture, art, politics, and religion. It also explores the lives of the popes who have led the Vatican throughout history, including their contributions to the Church and their impact on the world. The book also discusses the Vatican's treasures, including its priceless art and artifacts, such as Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Vatican Library's extensive collection of manuscripts and books.The author, Corrado Ricci, is a renowned Italian art historian and critic who has written extensively on the Vatican and its treasures. His expertise and insights are evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Vatican's history and culture. The book is also beautifully illustrated with stunning photographs and artwork, making it a visually appealing and informative read. Overall, ""Vatican: Its History Its Treasures"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the Vatican's rich history and cultural significance.1914. A standard work on the Vatican, the great center of ancient and modern culture. A collection of illustrations, photographs and treatises by authors who were chosen for their particular expertise to do justice to the subject treated. Arranged into four parts entitled: history and general description of the Vatican palaces and gardens; state apartments and chapels; Vatican museums and collections and the mosaic factory; Vatican administration. Vastly illustrated with hundreds of photographs, many of which have never been seen before, illustrations, diagrams and plates.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.