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INSIDE THE VATICAN
McDowell, Bart
1993 54348 For almost a year, veteran National Geographic photographer Jim Stanfield captured nearly every corner of the Vatican, both the world's smallest country and the center of the Roman Catholic Church. Along with author Bart McDowell, he provides an insider's view into the history of this 108.7-acre enclave, from the first St. Peter's, built in the fourth century, through the amazing reign of Pope John Paul II, and beyond. Rarely seen areas of the complex, such as the Pope's personal quarters and the world-renowned libraries, and up-close views of the stunning and priceless art and architecture provide an unrivaled insider's look into this amazing nation. In this revised trade paperback edition, Washington Post writer Howard Schneider brings the story of the Vatican up-to-date, including the death and funeral of Pope John Paul II and the selection and ordination of Pope Benedict XVI. Pope Benedict XVI's recent trip to the United States is also documented in poignant words and images. School Library Journal YA-- One of the most impressive books published by the National Geographic Society. Its large format highlights the superb photographs: views of the buildings, people, grounds, and art treasures that most readers will have never seen before. With its combination of readable text and outstanding pictures, it's the next best thing to being there.&- Booknews A stunning tour through the extravagant Vatican: the Pope's private apartments and chapel; the necropolis beneath St. Peter's Basilica; the community that flourishes within the Vatican walls; St. Peter's and the Vatican museums; the history of the sacred city-state; and the private side of the reigning Pope, John Paul II. Approximately 150 color photos by James L. Stanfield. Along with author Bart McDowell, he provides an insider's view into the history of this 108.7-acre enclave, from the first St. Peter's, built in the fourth century, through the amazing reign of Pope John Paul II, and beyond. Rarely seen areas of the complex, such as the Pope's personal quarters and the world-renowned libraries, and up-close views of the stunning and priceless art and architecture provide an unrivaled insider's look into this amazing nation. In this revised trade paperback edition, Washington Post writer Howard Schneider brings the story of the Vatican up-to-date, including the death and funeral of Pope John Paul II and the selection and ordination of Pope Benedict XVI. Pope Benedict XVI's recent trip to the United States is also documented in poignant words and images. Annotation Stanfield was granted unprecedented access to areas rarely open to the public and spent nearly a year in collaboration with McDowell to create this extraordinary, behind-the-scenes tour of the Vatican, revealing its secrets and magnificent art treasures. 150 full-color photos. One of the most impressive books published by the National Geographic Society. Its large format highlights the superb photographs: views of the buildings, people, grounds, and art treasures that most readers will have never seen before. With its combination of readable text and outstanding pictures, it's the next best thing to being there.&- Biography Bart McDowell a Texan by birth, covered topics ranging from Japan to the Aztecs during his 32 years with National Geographic Magazine. James Stanfield is a National Geographic Society photographer. He has four times been named Photographer of the Year by the White House News Photographers' Association. National Geographic Society 0870448579 / 9780870448577
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INSIDE THE VATICAN
McDowell, Bart
2005 10016049 One of the most impressive books published by the National Geographic Society. Its large format highlights the superb photographs: views of the buildings, people, grounds, and art treasures that most readers will have never seen before. With its combination of readable text and outstanding pictures, it's the next best thing to being there! "I was given the rare opportunity to lift the veil of privacy for a privileged look inside the Vatican," writes photographer James L. Stanfield in his foreword to this book. For nearly a year, seven days a week, Stanfield photographed virtually every corner of the 108.7-acre enclave that is both the world's smallest nation and the center of the world's largest religious body, the Roman Catholic Church. Pope John Paul II, the Roman Curia, the color and pomp of centuries-old ceremonies, the wondrous art and architecture, the daily lives of ordinary citizens -- all are part of Stanfield's unprecedented coverage. Author Bart McDowell guides you through this extraordinary place. He begins with a historical perspective, going back to ancient times when the area, known as the Vaticanus, was a marshland infamous for snakes and malaria. In the fourth century, Emperor Constantine built a great basilica there, the first St. Peter's; around it grew a settlement that would become home to the popes and territorial base of the church for most of its succeeding history. In subsequent chapters, McDowell explains the workings of the Holy See, the church's labyrinthine government. He introduces many of the people who make their living in the Vatican. And he takes you into one of the world's great collections of paintings, sculpture, manuscripts, and other treasures. In a final chapter he presents the modern popes, particularly the charismatic John Paul II. Through beautiful and exclusive photographs and revealing text, Inside the Vatican celebrates a small, dynamic community unique in the world. OUTSTANDING!!! National Geographic 0792252977 / 9780792252979
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The American Cowboy in Life and Legend
Bart McDowell
1961 10018848 OUTSTANDING artwork including color photos by Charles Russell, Remington, and other well-known Western artists. B<> All the subjects pertaining to COWBOYS aer here: Rodeos, Roping, ROundups, Lien Camps, Longhorns, Roy ROgers, Montana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, WATER, WyoMING, wAR, JOHN WAYNE, Hats, Calamity Jane, Cattle auctions, cattle drives, Buffalo Bill,Chuckwagon, Horses, Indians, and much more -- in 208 factual pages. The book jacket is well worn with wear 'n tear, some fading; the book itself is AS NEW condition, gold printing on a leather-like, rust-colored cover. 8" x 10". National Geographic Societty
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