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GIVEAWAY: A Copy of DREAM OF VENICE in BLACK and WHITE!
9th September 2018
This is a giveaway for anyone who loves VENICE!
We have one copy of Dream of Venice in Black and White for one lucky winner! “...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.” Read our full review here.
“...(the images) show how artistic genius can transform common sights rendered with sharp-edged realism into mysterious dream worlds.”
HOW TO ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY:
Just leave a comment about Venice below – whether you have visited, the best book set there, a top tip, whether you would like to visit….. Do this by midnight (UK time) on Saturday, 22 September and the first name out of the hat will be sent a copy by the publisher. It’s international!
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The winner of this giveaway was Robert WT
Many visits and many memories and I still love it and want to keep exploring and discovering more. I have read lots of Venice books and used to like Donna Leon books the most but the more recent Philip Gwynne Jones books are a fresh and authentic addition to the genre. Venice food books great too
I wandered through Venice in the autumn decades ago. There are too many places to name I would like to see.
I will never forget this beautiful and mysterious city or how it made me feel…
I’ve tried 3 times to type my favourite place to eat in Cannareggio. But I can’t give it away! It’s beyond me. Sorry. It would spoil it if too many people went there. It’s better to find it by accident as I did.
Venezia stole my heart. It is my soul place. I have never really experienced a place until I experienced Venezia.
I have visited Venice, Italy several, what an incredible romantic port in the world!
I visited Venice for the first time this spring, on an Interrail circuit of Europe. I was worried that it would be a disappointment (Prague had been a little disappointing; Vienna, very much so), but it was wonderful.
I spent an afternoon getting delightfully lost, and ended up sitting on the quayside watching the boats go by.
A Dream City and by far one of most enchanting. The surroundings are steeped in history, architecture and art. The atmosphere and beautiful angelic language of it’s people will forever be captured in your heart and mind.
The most Serene Republic is the most beautiful city in the world. I will always dream of visiting Venice again and again.
Ogni giorno a Venezia mi sento come Gustav von Aschenbach all’inseguimento di Tadzio…. solo che ogni giorno inseguo il sogno di vivere ancora un giorno a Venezia.
Venice is the one place you must visit.
I still haven’t visited Venice yet, but I hope to someday. Until then I will enjoy reading (and reviewing) fine books about the city.
Pestrino
Venice is my favorite city I was in Venice last week. That was my second time and I will go back. As a photographer, this place is a heaven and challenge in the same time 😀
I have the amazing fortune to visit this astonishing city 6 times and it holds many happy memories.
I have visited, such a unique city. Love the winding nature of the alleyways, the history that springs up at you unannounced as you turn any corner and the wonderful scenery. A beautiful place.
I have visited this city since 1979….when I go home, my muse stays behind and waits for my return….Venezia is truly the love of my life!
I’m also smitten with Venice’s charms, and will soon leave for my third trip. I’ve been on a casual guided trip, then to Carnevale, and this time just to wander in amazement at the beauty of this historic city.
Try to go to Il Ballo del Doge!
I’m enjoying Gregory Dowling’s historical fiction series set in 1749 Venice: “Ascension” and “Four Horsemen.”
5am There is nobody in St Mark’s Square but me, with camera and tripod, watching until dawn and people arrive from the Laguna. The first is a man with a brush and a cart, the word ‘Power’ graffitoed on it. Dawn takes away my power and I slink back to the hotel but when I check my photos, I have captured something that will stay with me, a whiff of the Veneto.
One of the most magical places on earth!
Me & my wife have been lucky to visit Venice on three occasions and would go tomorrow if asked .It’s a wonderful place and the people are really nice considering they are invaded by thousands of people every year
I’ve been to Venice three times
Always stay in a little authentic apartment so we can explore the little narrow side streets in the evening..
I adore the endless art and exquisite churches…Love Burano for lots lovely colourful houses and fresh fish….but the island of Torcello is magical ….
Canareggio the Jewish quarter is well worth a visit ….don’t muss the oldest pharmacy there
I loved Miss Garners Angel by Sally Vickers ….a great introduction to Venezia
I love Venice. When I was single and footloose I visited it several times during the Biennale. A knowledge of its history gives it a darker sheen. What shimmering beauty though! All redoubled in its watery reflection.
Venezia…is a dream come to life..
A unique city, with many wonderful works of fiction set there. So lovely to see a beautiful book of photographs of Venice. The city of dreams.
To visit Venice is a dream of me. A book is a first step to visit the city!
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Venice IS a dream. She seeps into the pores of your skin and embeds herself into your heart
Impossible to describe what keeps drawing me back to this unique place, but I know I will, I must, revisit. Three years is too long to be away.
Venice is my favourite city which I have visited many time and always love St Marks Square and Rialto Bridge!
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After seeing Venice is so many photos being there was surreal. I will definitely return
I’ve been dying to see Venice! I know someday I’ll be able to visit it.
Would love to visit all the islands in the lagoon and see the glass being blown.
I am visiting Venice every year since 2012!There is no other place so magic
Spent a week in Venice in June 2017. I had been there twice before for day visits only. Being able to spend evenings there totally changed my view of Venice…it was lovely when the cruise ship visitors returned to their ships.
I love Venice and have lovely memories of getting lost in the pathways. I ended up at the Cathedral of Maria Salute and had no idea how it had happened.
Never been, but will be there in five weeks time. Can’t wait.
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I’d love to go. It looks amazing.
Venice is a magical destination. I’ve had dreams of walking in this ephemeral beauty. Protect it at all cost. You don’t know what you had, until it’s gone.
Venice is truly magical. I will return some day.
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Would love to win this
Dreaming of one day soon getting lost in Venice…with my family and camera!
Whilst on holiday in Rimini with my small daughter I bought us a day trip to Venice for the following day….We never did get there as my handbag containing tickets, purse etc.was snatched & we spent the morning at Rimini Police Station instead.
Somewhere that has always appealed to me – maybe one day ….
Lovely magical place to visit called there while cruising a few years ago it’s beautiful
Lovely magical place to visit
Visited Venice many years ago – my friend’s foot was run over by a Coca Cola cart and even though she had insurance, the hospital would not let her in until we found sufficient cash to pay for her treatment. So, she ended up sitting outside the hospital doors with a bleeding foot whilst we got the money together!
Would love to see venice in real life, maybe someday. Would be wonderful to win the book and enjoy thru pictures till get a chance to visit in person.
Venice is a living postcard dedicated to preserving the past in all its glory. A floating dream I’ve been fortunate enough to visit a few times. My best advice is to take a day, lose your guidebook & just get lost wandering the streets & canals. There are hidden gems everywhere not listed in guidebooks, beauty around every corner. I can’t wait to return ❤❤
My favourite place in all of Europe
Unfortunately only the Venice in Vegas and LA, although I would love to go to the real one.
Venice is an awesome place and the island of Burano is the most beautiful colourful place you can visit, awesome.
Venice is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. It was quite a few years ago now and with were blesssed with gorgeous weather as went later in the year. Will never, ever forget my time there ❤️
Venice is so unique! I have visited 3 times – winter, spring and summer all unique experiences. It is so atmospheric and welcoming. It welcomes wandering aimlessly with the opportunity to discover hidden restaurants and more. This book looks amazing.
Venice is on my wishlist.
Venice is the most magical place I’ve ever visited
There is something very magical about Venice. Have been once but it’s overwhelming- need to go again to take it all in!
I was lucky enough to spend a weekend in Venice 20 years ago and thought it was wonderful. Would love to go back !
Went to Venice after finishing Uni – got off the train and was stunned. Came out of the station and saw the images I’d only seen in pictures – fabulous
I’ve been to Venice twice now and the city is just as magical as it was the first time I read about it – I can’t wait to go again!
I have never visited Venice but it’s one of those places I would love to be whisked away to by my partner.
Takes away your breath with the beauty of it all …
Venice is yet another city on my list of trips.