Taking the Waters: Spirit, Art, Sensuality

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Abbeville Press, 1992 - Architecture - 224 pages
Illustrated with a diverse collection of historic and contemporary artwork, travel posters, and photographs, this irresistible volume traces the evolution of spas from the sacred springs of prehistoric times to the Roman baths to the fabulous waterholes of elite society. 140 illustrations, 60 in full color.

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The Spirit of Water
11
RITES
35
JOURNEY THROUGH WATERS
47
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