Rome: Silent Beauty

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Rome was in a state of suspended animation, captured by photographer Moreno Maggi. Augmented reality enhances the experience, with visions of the deserted city created with a drone. Psychoanalyst Massimo Recalcati reminds us of the familiar scene of the city emptied out, and art historian Claudio Strinati describes monuments, historic buildings, and squares. This large volume commemorates one of the most intense periods of the century, symbolizing eternal rebirth.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2023
Publisher: Mondadori Electa

Rome, like the rest of the world, came to a standstill during the pandemic caused by Covid-19, remaining indefinitely in a state of suspended animation. The photographer Moreno Maggi captured a unique moment of a sleeping city in his images, revealing a side of Rome that has never been seen before. The lines and geometries of the great works emerge more clearly than ever before, showcasing their unparalleled beauty. Augmented reality enhances the experience, creating visions of the deserted city using a drone.

Psychoanalyst Massimo Recalcati reminds us of the familiar scenario of a city emptied out, reminiscent of dreams or nightmares. Art historian Claudio Strinati, an exceptional guide to this surreal city, provides a detailed description of monuments, historic buildings, and squares. The beauty envelops us and transports us to a version of Rome that becomes a symbol of eternal rebirth. This monumental volume serves as a commemoration of one of the most intense periods of the century.

Weight: 2438g
Dimension: 281 x 373 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788891832009