Rome Remembered
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Werner Bergengruen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Burns & Oates; Herder and Herder, 1969
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear and browning on external dust cover, pages in very good condition
This literary work presents a profound meditation on the eternal city, Rome Remembered, capturing its timeless essence through a series of evocative reflections. Bergengruen's prose chronicles the layers of history and culture that define Rome, illustrating its enduring influence on the human spirit. The narrative uncovers the city's multifaceted character, from its ancient ruins to its vibrant modern life, all seen through the discerning eyes of a master storyteller. It argues for the profound connection between place and memory, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant perspective on one of the world's most iconic locales. The author's distinctive voice conveys a tone of thoughtful reverence, inviting contemplation on the passage of time and the persistence of beauty.
Author: Werner Bergengruen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Burns & Oates; Herder and Herder, 1969
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear and browning on external dust cover, pages in very good condition
This literary work presents a profound meditation on the eternal city, Rome Remembered, capturing its timeless essence through a series of evocative reflections. Bergengruen's prose chronicles the layers of history and culture that define Rome, illustrating its enduring influence on the human spirit. The narrative uncovers the city's multifaceted character, from its ancient ruins to its vibrant modern life, all seen through the discerning eyes of a master storyteller. It argues for the profound connection between place and memory, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant perspective on one of the world's most iconic locales. The author's distinctive voice conveys a tone of thoughtful reverence, inviting contemplation on the passage of time and the persistence of beauty.