The guide features:
-Coverage of background of the Renaissance and its cultural context -Brief biographies of individual artists -Expert knowledge presented in a friendly, informative style -Details and descriptions of the outstanding pieces at every site -Interesting critical descriptions of works and explanations of technical terms -Maps highlighting places to visit, including intercity routes -Diagrams of important series of paintings (such as the Sistine Chapel) -Information on the saints and Biblical scenes portrayed in the paintings
Meeting the needs of a market that has hitherto been ignored, this delightful guide will entertain and inform the seasoned cultural traveler as well as the amateur art buff.