solanera

Secrets of the Spanish light

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Retiro, Madrid

The book

A touch of light for your bookshelf.

Portada de SOLANERA en una estantería de madera
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Every year, more than 18 million people enjoy Spain’s amazing light in El Retiro Park. Now you can take that light home with this book.

Inside, you’ll find reflections on light from some of the most influential figures across disciplines, a study of the light in El Retiro, and short stories inspired by the park.

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