Pick up some good reads to get to know more about Hungarian art and architecture
Hungarian Art and Music
By Tamás Kieselbach
Understanding the relationship between Hungarian art and music is no mean feat, but Kieselbach establishes the links in a fascinating and understandable way. A compilation of essays and paintings, the book is visually beautiful as well as intellectually stimulating and includes a CD of Hungarian works selected by pianist-conductor Zoltán Kocsis. This is not just one for the experts, but a wonderful way for all to explore a captivating topic.
Vajdahunyad Castle
By János Estók
By János Estók
This stunning publication was released to commemorate the 100th birthday of Vajdahunyad Castle. János Estók’s book provides a comprehensive architectural history in English, allowing you to really get to grips with the minutiae. The different sections deal with the various architectural styles and there are pages upon pages of photographs to inspire you to make yet another trip to back through the park to Vajdahunyadvár.
Budapest 360˚
By Tamás Varga and Péter Roth
The human eye can only see 170˚ but with the aid of a special lens that bends space onto a surface, this photography book allows even those who are familiar with the city to see Budapest in all 360 degrees. Featuring well-known sights such as Vajdahunyad Castle or Freedom Bridge, the book also includes some lesser-known parts of the city. The book’s creators hope that this is a worthy continuation in a long tradition of combining technological innovation and art.
The Parliament in Budapest
By Bence Tihanyi and Ágnes Bakos
One of Budapest’s most symbolic buildings, the parliament has immense architectural (as well as of course political) significance. The book provides the history of the parliament building before embarking on a photographic journey through the structural highlights and artistic particulars. A building which is of immense importance to Hungary gets the book it deserves.
