The Last Grand Tour by Michael Obrist, Antonietta Putzu - 9783038603238

The Last Grand TourContemporary Phenomena and Strategies of Living in Italy\nAuthor(s): Michael Obrist, Antonietta Putzu\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Park Books, Switzerland\nImprint: Park Books\nISBN-13: 9783038603238, 978-3038603238\nSynopsis\nSince antiquity, Italy has been the origin of key themes of Western architecture and culture, many of which have evolved in exemplary and universally valid ways. Many of these continue to provide an inspiring frame of reference until today. Emulating the tradition and itinerary of the classic Grand Tour of European aristocrats, this comprehensive and visually appealing book takes a nuanced look at Italy today. Around the aspect of housing as a hub, it offers new narratives and positions on current issues and developments that are highly relevant also outside Italy.\nIn the format of a graphic and textual atlas, the volume explores Italy at various scales. Zooming in and out of themes, cities, and regions, it allows for associative and non-l.