Guadalupi, Gianni
Overview
| Works: | 513 works in 1,123 publications in 9 languages and 8,981 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Dictionaries Pictorial works Reference works History Illustrated works Biography Biographies Criticism, interpretation, etc |
| Roles: | Author, Editor, win, Translator, Contributor, Author of introduction, Publishing director, Other, Compiler, Photographer, Creator, Adapter, 070, Redactor |
| Classifications: | GR650, 809.93372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works by
Gianni Guadalupi
The dictionary of imaginary places by
Alberto Manguel(
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85 editions published between 1980 and 2010 in 5 languages and held by 3,477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"From Atlantis to Xanadu, this Baedeker of make-believe takes readers on a tour of more than 1,200 realms invented by storytellers from Homer's day to our own." "Most every fanciful world from books and film is included: Shangri-La and El Dorado are here, as is Utopia, Tolkien's Middle-earth, and Carroll's Wonderland, as well as the Beatles' Pepperland, the Marx Brothers' Freedonia, and a strange little town called Stepford. The history and behavior of the inhabitants of these lands are described in detail and supplemented by more than 220 maps and illustrations that depict the lay of the land in a host of elsewheres." "Now brought up-to-date with dozens of new entries for such places as Jurassic Park, Salman Rushdie's Sea of Stories, and Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere, this volume is even more comprehensive and entertaining."--Jacket
85 editions published between 1980 and 2010 in 5 languages and held by 3,477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"From Atlantis to Xanadu, this Baedeker of make-believe takes readers on a tour of more than 1,200 realms invented by storytellers from Homer's day to our own." "Most every fanciful world from books and film is included: Shangri-La and El Dorado are here, as is Utopia, Tolkien's Middle-earth, and Carroll's Wonderland, as well as the Beatles' Pepperland, the Marx Brothers' Freedonia, and a strange little town called Stepford. The history and behavior of the inhabitants of these lands are described in detail and supplemented by more than 220 maps and illustrations that depict the lay of the land in a host of elsewheres." "Now brought up-to-date with dozens of new entries for such places as Jurassic Park, Salman Rushdie's Sea of Stories, and Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere, this volume is even more comprehensive and entertaining."--Jacket
Latitude zero : tales of the Equator by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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8 editions published between 2001 and 2003 in English and held by 527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A richly-textured account details the mystical pull of the equator, a human idea that has intrigued and challenged explorers for three thousand years, and traces three centuries of adventure on the high seas and the luxuriant tropical lands crossed by the equator
8 editions published between 2001 and 2003 in English and held by 527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A richly-textured account details the mystical pull of the equator, a human idea that has intrigued and challenged explorers for three thousand years, and traces three centuries of adventure on the high seas and the luxuriant tropical lands crossed by the equator
The discovery of the Nile by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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18 editions published between 1997 and 2007 in 3 languages and held by 348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Unique among the world's rivers, the Nile totally dominates the countries through which it runs. Along its fertile banks are untold treasures; beyond them only desert. Through magnificent archival illustrations, including contemporary paintings, prints, drawings, and maps, "The Discovery of the Nile" tells the stories of the adventurers, including Livingstone, Stanley, and Burton, who explored this great, life-giving river. 1,500+ color photos. 2 gatefolds
18 editions published between 1997 and 2007 in 3 languages and held by 348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Unique among the world's rivers, the Nile totally dominates the countries through which it runs. Along its fertile banks are untold treasures; beyond them only desert. Through magnificent archival illustrations, including contemporary paintings, prints, drawings, and maps, "The Discovery of the Nile" tells the stories of the adventurers, including Livingstone, Stanley, and Burton, who explored this great, life-giving river. 1,500+ color photos. 2 gatefolds
China through the eyes of the West : from Marco Polo to the last emperor by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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4 editions published in 2004 in English and Russian and held by 191 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
China Revealed presents the history of the relationships between Europe and the Celestial Empire of classical antiquity, from the time when the caravans began to bring a divine fabric known as silk to the shores of the Mediterranean from the far off, mysterious East, up to the fall of the Manchu Dynasty in 1911. Through beautifully illustrated maps, ancient engravings, the first black and white pictures and color plates, this book describes the incredible experiences of those who ventured into distant Cathay, crossing the endless deserts of Asia and the treacherous oceans. The Franciscan monks, who were the first to penetrate the Mongolian steppes, the merchants such as Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta, the Portuguese sailors and Jesuit missionaries, who became counselors to the Son of the Heavens, and many more
4 editions published in 2004 in English and Russian and held by 191 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
China Revealed presents the history of the relationships between Europe and the Celestial Empire of classical antiquity, from the time when the caravans began to bring a divine fabric known as silk to the shores of the Mediterranean from the far off, mysterious East, up to the fall of the Manchu Dynasty in 1911. Through beautifully illustrated maps, ancient engravings, the first black and white pictures and color plates, this book describes the incredible experiences of those who ventured into distant Cathay, crossing the endless deserts of Asia and the treacherous oceans. The Franciscan monks, who were the first to penetrate the Mongolian steppes, the merchants such as Marco Polo and Ibn Battuta, the Portuguese sailors and Jesuit missionaries, who became counselors to the Son of the Heavens, and many more
Cotton and silk making in Manchu China by
Mario Bussagli(
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2 editions published in 1980 in English and held by 188 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1980 in English and held by 188 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Marco Polo : a photographer's journey by
Michael S Yamashita(
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6 editions published between 2002 and 2011 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Award-winning National Geographic photographer Michael Yamashita recreates Marco Polo's fabled journey, documenting his own adventures in 500 photographs. Beginning at Venice's Grand Canal, he travels through Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and along the legendary Silk Road to China, returning via coastal Sumatra, Sri Lanka, and India. This trimmer edition of the 2002 bestseller retains the historical introduction and fascinating Polo-era maps and artwork.--From publisher description
6 editions published between 2002 and 2011 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Award-winning National Geographic photographer Michael Yamashita recreates Marco Polo's fabled journey, documenting his own adventures in 500 photographs. Beginning at Venice's Grand Canal, he travels through Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and along the legendary Silk Road to China, returning via coastal Sumatra, Sri Lanka, and India. This trimmer edition of the 2002 bestseller retains the historical introduction and fascinating Polo-era maps and artwork.--From publisher description
Zheng He : tracing the epic voyages of China's greatest explorer by
Michael S Yamashita(
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2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 147 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Over 28 years during the beginning of the 15th century, Admiral Zheng He made seven voyages, visiting 30 countries. With his fleet of hundreds of junks, he travelled from Southeast Asia to Africa, from India to the Middle East, gathering riches, scientific knowledge, fame, and power for his emperor. He came close to conquering the world, until the Ming Dynasty's power shrivelled and the explorer's accomplishments were all but forgotten. In this volume, acclaimed photojournalist Michael Yamashita traces each journey made by Zheng He, and pays tribute to the remarkable achievements of this early intrepid explorer. Following an insightful historical introduction, Yamashita presents the details of each voyage, chronicling the interactions and commercial exchanges, and documenting, through his exceptional photographs, the diverse locales Zheng He discovered over close to three decades of intense exploration
2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 147 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Over 28 years during the beginning of the 15th century, Admiral Zheng He made seven voyages, visiting 30 countries. With his fleet of hundreds of junks, he travelled from Southeast Asia to Africa, from India to the Middle East, gathering riches, scientific knowledge, fame, and power for his emperor. He came close to conquering the world, until the Ming Dynasty's power shrivelled and the explorer's accomplishments were all but forgotten. In this volume, acclaimed photojournalist Michael Yamashita traces each journey made by Zheng He, and pays tribute to the remarkable achievements of this early intrepid explorer. Following an insightful historical introduction, Yamashita presents the details of each voyage, chronicling the interactions and commercial exchanges, and documenting, through his exceptional photographs, the diverse locales Zheng He discovered over close to three decades of intense exploration
Dictionnaire des lieux imaginaires by
Alberto Manguel(
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11 editions published between 1998 and 2002 in French and Undetermined and held by 127 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
De A, comme Abaton, à Z, comme Zuy, voici qu'un dictionnaire nous offre la plus merveilleuse des invitations au voyage. A partir des univers que de tous temps se plurent à inventer les écrivains du monde entier, Alberto Manguel et Gianni Guadalupi, forts de leur conviction que la fiction est réalité, ont recensé lieux imaginaires et sites chimériques
11 editions published between 1998 and 2002 in French and Undetermined and held by 127 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
De A, comme Abaton, à Z, comme Zuy, voici qu'un dictionnaire nous offre la plus merveilleuse des invitations au voyage. A partir des univers que de tous temps se plurent à inventer les écrivains du monde entier, Alberto Manguel et Gianni Guadalupi, forts de leur conviction que la fiction est réalité, ont recensé lieux imaginaires et sites chimériques
Castles of the world by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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7 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and Croatian and held by 98 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With its stunning color photographs and rich descriptions, Castles of the World, takes us on a historical journey that allows us to encounter the power and pageantry, the splendor and the brilliance of a great chapter in history
7 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and Croatian and held by 98 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With its stunning color photographs and rich descriptions, Castles of the World, takes us on a historical journey that allows us to encounter the power and pageantry, the splendor and the brilliance of a great chapter in history
Von Atlantis bis Utopia : ein Führer zu den imaginären Schauplätzen der Weltliteratur by
Alberto Manguel(
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13 editions published between 1981 and 1984 in German and held by 95 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
13 editions published between 1981 and 1984 in German and held by 95 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Palazzo Farnese : Ambasciata di Francia a Roma by
Giovanni Pietro Bellori(
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6 editions published in 2000 in Italian and Undetermined and held by 92 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 editions published in 2000 in Italian and Undetermined and held by 92 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
China : the kingdom of the dragon by
Marco Moretti(
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2 editions published between 2005 and 2007 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With full-colour photographs throughout, this work captures the natural and architectural diversity of China and it's many people. In the Land of the Dragon, cities with skylines that look like backdrops to sci-fi movies coexist with millennium-old monuments. Densely populated cities contrast with the forests and brilliant lakes of Sichuan, the Himalayan peaks, and the deserts and Blue Mountains of Xinjiang. Here a kaleidoscope of perspectives opens up on life in and around nine major metropolises, from Zhenghou and its archaeological discoveries to Macao, the Las Vegas of the East. The photography captures the entire range of China's natural, architectural, and human diversity, while the book's narrative explores the many traditions and aspirations nurtured by the people. The result is a beautiful tableau that lets the reader discover today's China through a choice of sumptuous itineraries
2 editions published between 2005 and 2007 in English and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
With full-colour photographs throughout, this work captures the natural and architectural diversity of China and it's many people. In the Land of the Dragon, cities with skylines that look like backdrops to sci-fi movies coexist with millennium-old monuments. Densely populated cities contrast with the forests and brilliant lakes of Sichuan, the Himalayan peaks, and the deserts and Blue Mountains of Xinjiang. Here a kaleidoscope of perspectives opens up on life in and around nine major metropolises, from Zhenghou and its archaeological discoveries to Macao, the Las Vegas of the East. The photography captures the entire range of China's natural, architectural, and human diversity, while the book's narrative explores the many traditions and aspirations nurtured by the people. The result is a beautiful tableau that lets the reader discover today's China through a choice of sumptuous itineraries
Australia : the new frontier by
Alessandra Mattanza(
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3 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and French and held by 88 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Takes the reader on a splendid adventure, a sensory experience of feelings and emotions. After a short historic journey to discover the country's roots and traditions it delves into the true spirit of Australia, its magnificent wild natural environment, with endless landscapes and breathtaking vistas
3 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and French and held by 88 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Takes the reader on a splendid adventure, a sensory experience of feelings and emotions. After a short historic journey to discover the country's roots and traditions it delves into the true spirit of Australia, its magnificent wild natural environment, with endless landscapes and breathtaking vistas
The world's greatest treasures : masterworks in gold and gems from ancient Egypt to Cartier by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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8 editions published between 1998 and 1999 in English and Czech and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Kunsthistorie. Tidligere var gull et symbol på guddommelighet og autoritet, fremstilt i ulike former har det blitt assosiert med konger, keisere og paver, samt med de veldig rike og få utvalgte. Tidligere tjente gullsmedene og juvelerene ved kongens hoff, der de lagde kroner og juveler og annet lekkert for at kongen skulle kunne fremvise sin gode smak og rikdom. Denne boka er en praktbok som viser noen av verdens flotteste gullskatter og juvelerarbeider gjennom tidene, i tekst og bilder. Alle er de utsøkte stykker arbeid. I alt en og tyve arkeologer, kunsthistorikere, museumskonservatorer og andre autoriteter har kommet med bidrag til denne boka. Gjennomillustrert med flotte fargebilder. Ryddig layout
8 editions published between 1998 and 1999 in English and Czech and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Kunsthistorie. Tidligere var gull et symbol på guddommelighet og autoritet, fremstilt i ulike former har det blitt assosiert med konger, keisere og paver, samt med de veldig rike og få utvalgte. Tidligere tjente gullsmedene og juvelerene ved kongens hoff, der de lagde kroner og juveler og annet lekkert for at kongen skulle kunne fremvise sin gode smak og rikdom. Denne boka er en praktbok som viser noen av verdens flotteste gullskatter og juvelerarbeider gjennom tidene, i tekst og bilder. Alle er de utsøkte stykker arbeid. I alt en og tyve arkeologer, kunsthistorikere, museumskonservatorer og andre autoriteter har kommet med bidrag til denne boka. Gjennomillustrert med flotte fargebilder. Ryddig layout
Treasures in gold : masterpieces of jewelry from antiquity to modern times by
Gianni Guadalupi(
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5 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 71 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This gorgeous book spotlights the art of the goldsmith through history. Starting with the opulent gilded tombs and grave goods of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs -- including solid gold chairs, inlaid necklaces, and amulets, hundreds of remarkable photographs and the insightful text of this volume present spectacular examples of the goldsmith's art through several millennia. Organized chronologically, the book goes on to trace precious works from subsequent epochs, unveiling the masterpieces that epitomize the craftsmanship of each, as well as presenting a fascinating documentation of the beliefs, values, and societal structure of each civilization. From the jewels of the Etruscan aristocracy to the vases and cameos from the de Medici family estate, golden treasures of faith and art in St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome, the treasures of the English royalty, and the maharaja's jewels, the splendors revealed in this volume are portrayed in full-color photographs that demonstrate the luster, texture, and intricacies that made them so desirable in their time and make them such priceless cultural treasures today. Concluding with a chapter on Cartier, the master jeweler, Treasures in Gold presents the compelling stories behind the creation of each work of art. This unique portable museum is a fascinating read for decorative arts enthusiasts and a useful reference for anyone involved in jewelry design"--Product description
5 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 71 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This gorgeous book spotlights the art of the goldsmith through history. Starting with the opulent gilded tombs and grave goods of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs -- including solid gold chairs, inlaid necklaces, and amulets, hundreds of remarkable photographs and the insightful text of this volume present spectacular examples of the goldsmith's art through several millennia. Organized chronologically, the book goes on to trace precious works from subsequent epochs, unveiling the masterpieces that epitomize the craftsmanship of each, as well as presenting a fascinating documentation of the beliefs, values, and societal structure of each civilization. From the jewels of the Etruscan aristocracy to the vases and cameos from the de Medici family estate, golden treasures of faith and art in St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome, the treasures of the English royalty, and the maharaja's jewels, the splendors revealed in this volume are portrayed in full-color photographs that demonstrate the luster, texture, and intricacies that made them so desirable in their time and make them such priceless cultural treasures today. Concluding with a chapter on Cartier, the master jeweler, Treasures in Gold presents the compelling stories behind the creation of each work of art. This unique portable museum is a fascinating read for decorative arts enthusiasts and a useful reference for anyone involved in jewelry design"--Product description
Dictionnaire des lieux imaginaires by
Alberto Manguel(
Book
)
3 editions published between 1998 and 2006 in French and held by 68 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
De A, comme Abaton, à Z, comme Zuy, voici qu'un dictionnaire offre la plus merveilleuse des invitations au voyage. A partir des univers que de tous temps se plurent à inventer les écrivains du monde entier, Alberto Manguel et Gianni Guadalupi, forts de leur conviction que la fiction est réalité, ont recensé lieux imaginaires et sites chimériques
3 editions published between 1998 and 2006 in French and held by 68 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
De A, comme Abaton, à Z, comme Zuy, voici qu'un dictionnaire offre la plus merveilleuse des invitations au voyage. A partir des univers que de tous temps se plurent à inventer les écrivains du monde entier, Alberto Manguel et Gianni Guadalupi, forts de leur conviction que la fiction est réalité, ont recensé lieux imaginaires et sites chimériques
China revealed : the West encounters the Celestial Empire by
Gianni Guadalupi(
Book
)
3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 61 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This illustrated book presents the history of the relationships between Europe and the Celestial Empire of classical antiquity, from the time when the caravans began to bring a divine fabric known as silk to the shores of the Mediterranean up to the fall of the Manchu dynasty in 1911
3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 61 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This illustrated book presents the history of the relationships between Europe and the Celestial Empire of classical antiquity, from the time when the caravans began to bring a divine fabric known as silk to the shores of the Mediterranean up to the fall of the Manchu dynasty in 1911
The art of being a lion by
Christine Denis-Huot(
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)
2 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 58 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Immortalized in legend and celebrated through the centuries, the King of Beasts has fascinated man since it stalked through Europe in prehistoric times. A universal symbol of power, the lion is renowned for its flamboyant mane, noble aspect, terrifying roar, and unsurpassed sexual stamina. Journey into the world of this revered and feared big cat through these spectacular color images. Stand on the searing savannah alongside one of these imposing creatures as it looks down with disdain on other species as so many possible prey. Witness his contradictory nature as he fiercely defends his family and territory, then later lowers himself to petty thievery and carrion scrounging. All the while, the females bring up their cubs collectively and handle the hunting duties. The complexity of this endangered society, which can now be found only in the wildlife parks and sanctuaries of East Africa, is captured here in candid, breath-taking detail
2 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 58 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Immortalized in legend and celebrated through the centuries, the King of Beasts has fascinated man since it stalked through Europe in prehistoric times. A universal symbol of power, the lion is renowned for its flamboyant mane, noble aspect, terrifying roar, and unsurpassed sexual stamina. Journey into the world of this revered and feared big cat through these spectacular color images. Stand on the searing savannah alongside one of these imposing creatures as it looks down with disdain on other species as so many possible prey. Witness his contradictory nature as he fiercely defends his family and territory, then later lowers himself to petty thievery and carrion scrounging. All the while, the females bring up their cubs collectively and handle the hunting duties. The complexity of this endangered society, which can now be found only in the wildlife parks and sanctuaries of East Africa, is captured here in candid, breath-taking detail
Villa Borghese by
Luciano Romano(
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9 editions published between 2002 and 2008 in 3 languages and held by 57 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
9 editions published between 2002 and 2008 in 3 languages and held by 57 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The great treasures : the goldsmith's art from ancient Egypt to the 20th century(
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3 editions published between 1998 and 2002 in English and held by 47 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published between 1998 and 2002 in English and held by 47 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Manguel, Alberto Author Creator
- Greenfield, Graham Illustrator
- Cook, James Cartographer
- Shugaar, Antony
- Yamashita, Michael S. Author of introduction Author Photographer
- Manferto, Valeria Editor Redactor
- Reina, Gabriele Author
- Romano, Luciano Illustrator Author
- Casalis, Laura
- Polo, Marco 1254-1323
Associated Subjects
Africa Art Art metal-work Art patronage Asia Australia Buildings Casino Borghese (Rome, Italy) Castles China Cotton manufacture Cultural property Decoration and ornament, Ancient Decoration and ornament, Architectural Discoveries in geography Discovery and exploration, British Europe Explorers Fantasy literature Farnese family Geographical myths Goldwork Goldwork--Themes, motives Imaginary places International economic relations International relations Italy Italy--Rome Jewelry Jewelry--Themes, motives Lion Lion--Behavior Lion--Habitat Manners and customs Mural painting and decoration, Italian Mural painting and decoration, Renaissance Nile River Nile River Valley Palaces Palazzo Farnese (Rome, Italy) Polo, Marco, Qing Dynasty (China) Silk industry Trade routes Travel Travel, Medieval Travels of Marco Polo (Polo, Marco) Voyages and travels Yamashita, Michael S Zheng, He,
