Norwich, John Julius

Venice: A Traveller's Reader

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ISBN 13:: 9781472140302
author:: Norwich, John Julius
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Robinson
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 432
Dimensions:: 12.7 x 3.2 x 19.7 cm
Genre:: Travel & Holiday, Countries & Regions, Europe,
Condition:: New
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John Julius Norwich's Venice: A Traveller's Reader is an anthology that showcases the diverse reactions to this iconic city throughout history. From ancient lagoon-dwellers to 18th-century revellers and 19th-century art lovers, the pieces in this collection offer a unique glimpse into how Venice has been perceived by its citizens and visitors.

Featuring writings from notable figures such as Byron, Goethe, Wagner, Casanova, Jan Morris, Robert Browning, and Horace Walpole, among others, this volume also includes maps, engravings, and notes on history, art, architecture, and everyday city life. This is a fascinating exploration of Venice's many guises, revealing the city's enduring allure to those who have encountered it.

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