Cathedral Cities of Italy is W. W. Collins’s tour of the great ecclesiastical towns of Italy, describing their cathedrals, churches, and the cities that grew around them. From Milan and Florence to Siena, Pisa, and beyond, Collins, himself a painter, brings an artist’s eye to the architecture, atmosphere, and color of each place.
The book combines description of the great buildings, their facades, campaniles, and interiors, with impressions of the surrounding streets and life. Written for the cultured traveller, it serves as both guide and appreciation, conveying the distinctive character of each cathedral city. For readers drawn to Italian architecture and the romance of its historic towns, Collins offers a pleasant and richly visual companion.