ROMANIA John Villiers, ed. with contributions by Sherban Cantacuzino, Miranda Villiers, Eric Tappé, George Ross, Sebastian Wormell, William Blacker, Paul Neagu, Robert Matthew-Walker, Dudley Iles, Christopher Masters and Stephen Lloyd 1 873429 55 X £17.99 420pp 26 colour plates 83 b/w plates 190 text illustrations and diagrams and 2 fold out maps sewn pbk with double gatefold 205 x 150mm portrait From the colourful traditions of Transylvania to the sophistication of Bucharest, the Paris of the East, Romania comes to life in this 416 page book. The gorgeous painted churches of the unspoilt Carpathian mountain country, the unique wooden architecture of Maramures, the fascinating riches of a country on the edge of both the Ancient Roman and the Byzantine empires are presented in detail, together with practical information for travellers. PALLAS ATHENE is well known for its distinguished guidebooks, including the first comprehensive guides in English to the Czech and Slovak Republics and to Poland. The Pallas Guide to Romania follows in this pathbreaking tradition. Handsomely produced, with extensive illustration in colour and black and white, it will be both a useful guide and a vital reference book. Published in the UK and distributed worldwide, the book will also be an ambassador for Romania, bringing the country's rich heritage and natural beauties to a new audience.