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Dream of Venice in Black and White

Dream of Venice in Black and White

Author(s): JoAnn Locktov (Editor), Tiziano Scarpa

Location(s): Venice

Genre(s): Nonfiction, Photography

Era(s): Contemporary

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Dream of Venice in Black and White reveals Venice as a narrative in chiaroscuro. Over 50 photographers have documented the city to create a visual legacy of elegant realism in light and shadow. The acclaimed Italian author Tiziano Scarpa contributes a poignant reflection of his life as a Venetian, experiencing perpetual change. His eloquent and candid Introduction exposes the complex issues that threaten the survival of his city. Venice has had the audacity to exist as a living city for over 1,500 years. But for how much longer?

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Author: tripfiction

Dream of Venice in Black and White is a beautifully produced coffee table book, dedicated to photographer Gianni Berengo Gardin who, over the years, has captured the essence of the city in his work....

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