English And Scottish Memorials In Rome

By Rodolfo Lanciani

Book Overview

English and Scottish Memorials in Rome is a book written by Rodolfo Lanciani, an Italian archaeologist, historian, and classicist. The book is a comprehensive guide to the monuments and memorials dedicated to English and Scottish people in Rome. The book is divided into two parts: the first part covers the English memorials in Rome, while the second part focuses on the Scottish memorials. The author provides detailed descriptions of each monument, including its history, architecture, and significance. He also includes illustrations and photographs of the memorials to provide a visual reference for readers.The English memorials covered in the book include those dedicated to famous figures such as John Keats, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The Scottish memorials include those dedicated to Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and James Watt, among others.The book also provides a historical context for these memorials, explaining why English and Scottish people were so often commemorated in Rome. The author notes that Rome was a popular destination for English and Scottish travelers during the 18th and 19th centuries, and many of these travelers were artists, writers, and intellectuals who left a lasting impact on the city.Overall, English and Scottish Memorials in Rome is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rome, English and Scottish culture, or memorialization practices. It offers a unique perspective on the city's rich cultural heritage and the ways in which it has been shaped by visitors from other countries.THIS 82 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: New Tales of Old Rome, by Rodolfo Lanciani. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417908211.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162905328
• ISBN13: 9781162905327
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"