Guadalupi, Gianni

Overview

Works:	466 works in 1,038 publications in 8 languages and 9,080 library holdings
Genres:	Dictionaries Pictorial works Reference works History Art Biography Criticism, interpretation, etc Encyclopedias
Roles:	Author, Editor, win, Translator, Contributor, Author of introduction, Publishing director, Compiler, Other, Photographer, Creator, Adapter
Classifications:	GR650, 809.93372

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works by Gianni Guadalupi

The dictionary of imaginary places by Alberto Manguel( Book )

133 editions published between 1980 and 2014 in 8 languages and held by 4,012 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( Book )

6 editions published between 2001 and 2003 in English and held by 562 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( Book )

17 editions published between 1997 and 2007 in 3 languages and held by 346 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This volume tells the story of the adventurers who tackled the secret of the source of Africa's greatest river. The Nile a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa, generally regarded as the longest river in the world. Roman legionnaires, Portuguese Jesuits, Scots, and Frenchmen all tried in vain to reveal the great river's secret; all were defeated by impassable swamps or diverted along deadend branches. It was not until the mid-19th century, almost 400 years after the discovery of America, that the mystery was resolved, thanks to the efforts of the British explorers Sir Richard Burton, John Hanning Speke, James Augustus Grant, and Samuel White Baker. The author tells their stories and those of all the other adventurers who tackled the secret of the source. It also recounts the gradual exploration of the course of the river and its tributaries, from the ancient Egyptians to the Napoleonic conquest, from the British expedition to Abyssinia to the Egyptian invasion of Sudan, from the slave and ivory trades to the epic death of General Charles George Gordon at Khartoum, from the stories of the stranded white men 'rescued' by Henry Morton Stanley after a march of thousands of miles across the Congo, to the re-conquest of the Sudan by the British

China through the eyes of the West : from Marco Polo to the last emperor by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

1 edition published in 2004 in English and held by 192 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

Marco Polo : a photographer's journey by Michael S Yamashita( Book )

6 editions published between 2002 and 2011 in English and held by 190 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

Cotton and silk making in Manchu China by Mario Bussagli( Book )

2 editions published in 1980 in English and held by 187 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Zheng He : tracing the epic voyages of China's greatest explorer by Michael S Yamashita( Book )

2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 150 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

China : the kingdom of the dragon by Marco Moretti( Book )

2 editions published between 2005 and 2007 in English and held by 97 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( Book )

3 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and French and held by 95 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

Palazzo Farnese : Ambasciata di Francia a Roma by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

6 editions published in 2000 in Italian and Undetermined and held by 89 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The world's greatest treasures : masterworks in gold and gems from ancient Egypt to Cartier by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

4 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 86 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Castles of the world by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

6 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and held by 80 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Treasures in gold : masterpieces of jewelry from antiquity to modern times by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

5 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 73 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

China revealed : the West encounters the Celestial Empire by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 59 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( Book )

2 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and held by 58 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A photographic portrait of the lion, detailing each aspect of this endangered cat

Villa Borghese by Luciano Romano( Book )

9 editions published between 2002 and 2008 in 3 languages and held by 57 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Castillos del mundo by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

5 editions published in 2005 in Spanish and Italian and held by 55 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

De wolf : mythe en werkelijkheid by Anne Ménatory( Book )

1 edition published in 2007 in Dutch and held by 51 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Geschiedenis van de soort, een achttal ondersoorten, het sociale leven, de voortplanting, de communicatie, de welpen, de jacht en prooidieren

De Bijbel : een vertaling in beelden by Gianni Guadalupi( Book )

2 editions published between 2004 and 2011 in Dutch and held by 48 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Overzicht van de bijbelse geschiedenis aan de hand van schilderijen en andere voorbeelden van beeldende kunst uit verschillende tijdperken en stijlen