Rome And The Campagna: An Historical And Topographical Description Of The Site, Buildings, And Neighborhood Of Ancient Rome (1871)

By Robert Burn

Book Overview

""Rome and the Campagna"" is a comprehensive historical and topographical guide to the ancient city of Rome and its surrounding countryside, written by Robert Burn and first published in 1871. The book covers the site, buildings, and neighborhoods of ancient Rome, providing a detailed description of the city's architecture, topography, and history. The author draws on archaeological and historical sources to provide a vivid picture of Rome's past, from its foundation in the 8th century BC to its decline in the 5th century AD. The book also includes a detailed description of the Campagna, the rural area surrounding Rome, which was an important source of food and water for the city. With its detailed illustrations, maps, and photographs, ""Rome and the Campagna"" remains an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of ancient Rome.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: 1167028058
• ISBN13: 9781167028052
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 618 Pages
• Weight: 3.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"