Stories Of Venice And The Venetians (1878)

By John B. Marsh

Book Overview

""Stories of Venice and the Venetians"" is a book written by John B. Marsh and first published in 1878. The book is a collection of short stories that offer a glimpse into the history, culture, and people of Venice. The stories are based on real events and people, and they cover different periods of Venice's history, from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Some of the stories in the book are about famous Venetians, such as Marco Polo, who traveled to China and brought back stories of the Far East, and Casanova, the notorious womanizer and adventurer. Other stories focus on the everyday life of Venetians, their customs, beliefs, and traditions. The book also includes descriptions of the city's famous landmarks, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. The author's vivid descriptions of the city's canals, gondolas, and colorful buildings transport the reader to the heart of Venice. Overall, ""Stories of Venice and the Venetians"" is a captivating book that offers a fascinating insight into the history and culture of one of the world's most beautiful cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Venice or Italian history and culture.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: 1120715318
• ISBN13: 9781120715319
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"