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"Nickerson's book seamlessly interweaves the genres of biography, art history, and travelogue into a convenient . . . portable package." —Art Blog by Bob

"Well-written, lively without being pat, informative without being burdensome, and at 163 pages, it's easily readable." —Grizzled Old Traveler

"Works well on many different levels . . . a great book." —Wandalust

"Chockablock with information about the artist and his creations . . . that anyone interested in Michelangelo would want to see." —New Jersey Star-Ledger

"An incredible read. Heading to Rome? Don't go without this book." —Wandering Educators

"The richness of your visit will only be compounded by this insightful book." —examiner.com

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From St. Peter’s Basilica to the Capitoline Hill, this unique resource—part biography, part history, and part travel guide—provides an intimate portrait of the relationship between Michelangelo and the city he restored to artistic greatness. Lavishly illustrated and richly informative, this travel companion tells the story of Michelangelo’s meteoric rise, his career marked by successive artistic breakthroughs, his tempestuous relations with powerful patrons, and his austere but passionate private life. Providing street maps that allow readers to navigate the city and discover Rome as Michelangelo knew it, each chapter focuses on a particular work that amazed Michelangelo’s contemporaries and modern tourists alike.

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Product Details

Paperback: 180 pages
Publisher: Roaring Forties Press (March 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0977742911
ISBN-13: 978-0977742912
Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #267,452 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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#93 in Books > History > Europe > Italy > Renaissance

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Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's Rome, Santa Maria, Peter's Basilica, The Last Judgment, San Pietro, Capitoline Hill, Pope Julius, Courting Controversy, Castel Sant'Angelo, Palazzo Farnese, Domus Aurea, The Risen Christ, Pauline Chapel, Papal States, San Giovanni, Pope Paul, Vittoria Colonna, Santi Apostoli, Baths of Caracalla, Roman Empire, Villa Borghese, Roman Forum, San Silvestro, Vittorio Emanuele

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brava!, March 25, 2008

By	Kevin D. Hayes "kickland writer" (St. Johns, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

In January 2008 a few friends and I had the good fortune to meet Angela (the author) and some members of her delightful family in Italy at Ostia Antica where we learned of the publication of this fine book. I've been to Rome twice in the past year and Angela's book is acccurate, informative--and best of all--interesting. The author's text, photos, and maps combine to make "A Journey into Michelangelo's Rome" a pleasure to read, to carry as a resource while visiting Rome--and in my case a book of memories and treasures and regrets...regrets only in the sense that this book did not exist prior to my visits to Rome. More than just an exposition of Michelangelo and his work, she captures the historical personalities of the period and brings the "rinascita" to life. Like taking a tidy course in Humanities, reading Angela's book will help anyone to become more learned in a pilgrimage to achieve the worthy status of being called "l'uomo universale."

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Travel and Art Companion, April 14, 2008

By	Ruth Ideen-Sall "Music and Art Lover" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently traveled to Rome and Florence with Angela Nickerson, the author of "A Journey into Michelangelo's Rome". The experience was both tremendously enjoyable as well as deeply educational. Ms. Nickerson has filled her book with passion for art, history and the great beauty of Rome through the lens of Michaelangelo's life and artistic triumphs. While visiting Rome is one of the greatest trips you can take, it can be truly enhanced by taking this book along as companion reading. The photos, sidebars, diagrams and insets all serve to make this book a treasure-trove of fun facts and delights to devour while in one of the world's most beautiful cities. Happy travels and happy reading!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Michelangelo's Rome, July 21, 2008

By	Charlsey Cartwright (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is informative and very fun to read. I chose it to help prepare me for an upcoming trip to Rome, and, WOW, was it great for that! It gave me an anchor -- Michelangelo's life, art, and times -- to get a great sense of how to approach visiting Rome. It increased my enthusiasm about the trip and really helped me understand and appreciate what I saw.

The author also provides some delightful insights about life in Rome today, such as mentioning the San Giovanni dei Fiorentini church in the heart of historic Rome that welcomes well-behaved cats and dogs to attend services! I not only took the book with me on the trip, but have reread numerous passages since returning.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful journey!
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