An Architect's Rome

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Rome, a vibrant city with nearly thirty centuries of history, showcases a blend of Classical ruins and elegant Baroque facades alongside modern structures. This second volume in the Bulfinch Architecture/Travel Series delves into the city's architectural heritage, highlighting both popular sites and lesser-known gems that will surprise even seasoned visitors. Through sketches and prose, the reader joins John M. McGuire, Jr. in exploring Rome street by street and piazza by piazza, uncovering often overlooked architectural details of iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and San Giovanni in Laterano. Organized by district walks, the book includes historical context, building techniques, and restoration updates. Freehand plans provide insights into the structures and streets, while a color-coded map aids navigation through the sixteenth-century roads established by Pope Sixtus V. Additionally, the author offers day trip suggestions to Tivoli, Hadrian's Villa, the Villa d'Este, and Ostia Antica. This travel essay and art book is perfectly sized for sophisticated tourists eager to explore and understand the architectural essence of Rome, whether on foot or from the comfort of home.