Madrid And The Prado: Art and Architecture

About this book

The Prado is without doubt for Madrid what the Louvre is for Paris and the Uffizi for Florence. A guidebook through this museum with a knowledgeable commentary is therefore essential for really getting to know Madrid. However this richly illustrated book not only portrays the city and its art in a dynamic relationship it also relates a long and checkered historyfrom its beginnings and its charms as a residence to the Civil War and modern timesexpressed in countless churches buildings and squares. With this competent and visually discerning book simply browsing through its pages becomes a culturally pleasant stroll through Madrids streets.