Quiet Corners of Rome Toys The Shock of the Old

The Shock of the Old from the May 9

encouraging us to reflect on the splendor of vocabulary and the emotions

Queen of the Dormitory

75” (expanded size)

“you don't have to stand in front of a mirror and figure out which one goes on each ear

Quiet Corners of Rome Toys The Shock of the OldThis charming guidebook by David Downie, with photos by Alison Harris, celebrates over fifty of the most beautiful, tranquil, and often hidden places in the Eternal City. You'll find courtyards where mossy fountains splash; cool, quiet cloisters; exquisite gardens scented by boxwood and bay trees; pocket sized piazzas filled with archaeological details dating to the days of Caesar. Some are secret enclaves that even the most sophisticated Romans