Asti nella storia delle sue vie

Malfatto, V.; Rogna P. Asti nella storia delle sue vie. Savigliano (Italy): Stampa 77, 1979. 4to. 2 Vols. 640 pp. Photographic wrappers. Light age rubbing to edges. Detailed history of the Italian city of Asti in the Piedmont region seen through the names of its streets and squares. In Italy every street is named after a famous person who has contributed to the growth of the country or of the community. The book provides a brief biography and an explanation of how a particular street has evolved or changed through the years, including historical facts of the business that have thrived on it. In alphabetical order. Profusely illustrated with b&w annotated photos, drawings and architectural plans. Text in Italian. Scarce. A tight set in good+ condition. g. Softcover. (10609) $45