The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Jan Morris
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber & Faber, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Jan Morris's The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage chronicles the remarkable history of Venice's maritime dominance, tracing its expansion across the Mediterranean. This compelling narrative illustrates the intricate political maneuvering, economic prowess, and cultural exchange that defined the Republic's golden age. Morris presents a vivid portrait of a civilization built on trade and exploration, detailing the lives of merchants, sailors, and doges who shaped its destiny. The prose is both scholarly and lyrical, transporting readers to the bustling ports and exotic lands that comprised Venice's vast dominion. It is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the grandeur and eventual decline of one of history's most influential empires.
Author: Jan Morris
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber & Faber, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Jan Morris's The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage chronicles the remarkable history of Venice's maritime dominance, tracing its expansion across the Mediterranean. This compelling narrative illustrates the intricate political maneuvering, economic prowess, and cultural exchange that defined the Republic's golden age. Morris presents a vivid portrait of a civilization built on trade and exploration, detailing the lives of merchants, sailors, and doges who shaped its destiny. The prose is both scholarly and lyrical, transporting readers to the bustling ports and exotic lands that comprised Venice's vast dominion. It is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the grandeur and eventual decline of one of history's most influential empires.