From the colourful traditions of Transylvania to the sophistication of Bucharest, the Paris of the East, Romania comes to life in this 416 page book. The gorgeous painted churches of the unspoilt Carpathian mountain country, the unique wooden architecture of Maramures, the fascinating riches of a country on the edge of both the Ancient Roman and the Byzantine empires are presented in detail, together with practical information for travelers.  (EUR299, $34.95)