The Waters Of Rome
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: H.V. Morton
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Connoisseur and Michael Joseph, London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
H.V. Morton's The Waters Of Rome transports readers to the heart of the Eternal City, illuminating the profound historical and cultural significance of its aquatic infrastructure. This captivating travelogue chronicles the intricate network of aqueducts, fountains, and rivers that have shaped Rome's identity from antiquity to the modern era. Morton uncovers the engineering marvels of the Roman Empire and the artistic splendor of its Baroque fountains, presenting a vivid tapestry of human ingenuity and aesthetic achievement. The narrative illustrates how water has sustained, inspired, and defined the Roman experience, offering a deeply informed and elegantly written perspective on a vital aspect of its heritage.
Author: H.V. Morton
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Connoisseur and Michael Joseph, London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
H.V. Morton's The Waters Of Rome transports readers to the heart of the Eternal City, illuminating the profound historical and cultural significance of its aquatic infrastructure. This captivating travelogue chronicles the intricate network of aqueducts, fountains, and rivers that have shaped Rome's identity from antiquity to the modern era. Morton uncovers the engineering marvels of the Roman Empire and the artistic splendor of its Baroque fountains, presenting a vivid tapestry of human ingenuity and aesthetic achievement. The narrative illustrates how water has sustained, inspired, and defined the Roman experience, offering a deeply informed and elegantly written perspective on a vital aspect of its heritage.