by Andrés Trapiello · Editorial Planeta · tapa dura · ISBN 9788423354412
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In 'El Rastro: History, Theory and Practice,' Andrés Trapiello invites us on a unique and personal journey to the heart of one of the world's most emblematic street markets. Through memories, objects, and encounters with its people, the author constructs a fascinating history of the city of Madrid, its tradition, and its culture. This book, profusely illustrated with photographs spanning over forty years, is divided into a theoretical exploration, a sentimental guide, and a compilation of unpublished fragments from the author's diaries, offering a complete and endearing vision of El Rastro.
Andrés Trapiello is a noted Spanish poet and writer. He was born in Manzaneda de Torío, León, and studied at the University of Valladolid. He moved to Madrid in 1975, and has lived in the capital ever since.
