Havana: History and Architecture of a Romantic City

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Summary: HAVANA HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE OF A ROMANTIC CITY
Review: IF YOU ARE GOING TO BUY A BOOK ON LA HABANA THIS IS IT !!!!!!! IT IS MOST INFORMATIVE AND THE PHOTOS ARE THE BEST. BEING CUBAN I HAVE BOUGHT ALMOST EVERY BOOK WRITTEN ABOUT CUBA AND THIS ONE IS MY FAVORITE - THE BEST.

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Summary: Havana, History and Architecture of a romantic city
Review: The only review that does justice to this book were the Author's own words, in an interview, when asked about her country, and she said:

"Tengo una passion enfermiza para mi pais" Or " I have an incurable passion for my country"

The book does justice to her words and is the definitive book on the market on Cuba and her Architecture. It is in a class by itself, as was her author. A friend and admirer

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Summary: Elegantly reminiscent of an earlier and more gracious era
Review: This is an outstanding stroll down memory lane for so many of us Cubans who remember the old Havana. It is also a book that engenders a certain sadness for those of us that know the squalor and deterioration that now exists in the pearl of the Caribbean.

How exquisitely appropriate it is that the late Maria Luisa Lobo Montalvo, daughter of one of the titans of the Cuban sugar industry, had this dream and that her family helped bring it to fruition.

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Summary: A Delightful Journey
Review: Truly a unique and memorable book. I own many books on Cuba, but this book is exceptional. As Maria Luisa's book provides us with in-depth historical and architectural background accompanied by impressive photography, she also delights us with her memories of sound, sight, smell and far away world of her childhood which comes alive for all readers, but specially those who lived in the beautiful island of Cuba. It is a treasure for our Cuban heritage and a beautiful addition to anyone's library. A friend, relative and admirer from Miami, Florida

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Summary: Havana by Maria Luisa Lobo
Review: Unlike other reviewers, I have no link with Cuba and I have never been to Havana, but this book made me want to go there. It was given to me as a present. Since then, I have bought two copies for friends. The photographs are as beautiful as the writing. A really special book.

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Summary: history & architecture of a Romantic City
Review: Very accurate and beautiful description and pictures of old Havana. I would like to buy in Spanish from you if available. I have seen it and read it in English but would like to keep it in Spanish. It brings back many pleasant memories of my youth and since Spanish and Cuban is my origen would like to keep it in my native language. Thank you. Pls adv.