This book is an intriguing biography that offers insight into the exceptional talents and unique methods of one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Readers interested in architecture and design will appreciate the first-hand perspective on Gaudi's creative process and techniques, as well as his impact on the cultural landscape of Barcelona. The book's in-depth exploration of Gaudi's personal and professional life brings context to his notable contributions and makes for a compelling read.

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Since the late 1800s, Spanish architect Antonio Gaudi's fanciful buildings have defined Barcelona's cityscape with their startling architectural forms that paralleled the development of Art Nouveau. His playful spires and towers, undulating tiled roofs, and writhing chimneys loom like fantastical creatures atop commercial and apartment buildings alike, and his sculptures are an integral component of many of the city's parks and public spaces. Published in Catalan in the 1950s and now newly translated into English, Gaudi: The Man and His Work is the first intimate biography of Antonio Gaudi based on the writings of Joan Bergos Masso. The illuminating text is the fruit of Masso's ten-year relationship with Gaudi and of Masso's own profound understanding of the master's work. From firsthand experience, we learn about Gaudi's thought processes, his discoveries about art and technique, and his personal remembrances and are given a unique view -- in words and pictures -- of one of the master architects of this century.

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