Zero A Story Of Monte Carlo

Download or read book In the Spirit of Monte Carlo written by Pamela Fiori and published by Editions Assouline. This book was released on 2014-10-06 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Symbolizing luxury and old-fashioned glamour, Monte Carlo is a glorious Eden, perfectly manicured and architecturally grand. From its ancient Phoenician origins to its burgeoning power as a global financial center, this gorgeous volume chronicles the Grimaldi dynasty, the artists and socialists who first put the Principality on the map and how Hollywood darling Grace Kelly attracted the celebrity spotlight, the vibrant arts and culture scene, legendary Grand Prix race, and the controversial metamorphosis of the cityscape"--Jacket.