“The book is pleasant and written in a simple and friendly way. It is a potpourri of curiosities... it may be more novel for those who do not live in Madrid.” Amazon.es Practical Information

: The prose is described as fluid, entertaining, and backed by rigorous historical research.

The book is organized into that span from antiquity to modern times. It is divided into 14 thematic sections, including:

: Analyzing iconic works like the Ángel Caído (Fallen Angel).