MANTOVA | 1960 | ERCOLANO MARANI | GUIDA ARTISTICA ILLUSTRATA

This illustrated tourist guide offers a detailed and richly documented presentation of the city of Mantova, with commentary on its urban fabric, religious landmarks, palaces and architectural heritage. Authored by Ercolano Marani — a dedicated scholar of Mantovan art, architecture and toponymy — it blends historical-artistic insight with accessible descriptions that guide the reader through the city’s visual and cultural layers. The style emphasises non-fiction heritage orientation and cultural tourism, providing not just a map to sites, but an interpretive framework for appreciating Mantua’s built environment. The book remains valued for its precision, clarity and local expertise, making it a useful resource for scholars of regional Italian urban history, heritage professionals and informed visitors.