On the heels of the runaway bestsellers This is New York & This is Paris Universe is pleased to reissue another title from M Sasek's beloved & nostalgic children's travel series Like the other Sasek classics This is Venice is a facsimile edition of his original book from the 1960s & is still timely & current in every way The brilliant vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved remaining true to his vision more than 40 years later & where applicable facts have been updated for the twenty-first century appearing on a This is Today page at the back of the book The stylish charming illustrations coupled with Sasek's witty playful narrative makes for a perfect souvenir that will delight both children & their parents many of whom will remember this book from their childhood This is Venice first published in 1961 presents indelible impressions of romantic watery Venice where under a brilliant blue sky Sasek the gondolier navigates the winding canals to visit such famous & glorious landmarks as the Palazzo Grassi Piazza San Marco Doges Palace & the Accademia di Belle Arti