The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage
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A masterwork of travel writing and historical narrative, The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage chronicles Jan Morris's remarkable journey through the former territories of the Most Serene Republic of Venice. Retracing the maritime routes that once defined one of history's most powerful trading empires, Morris visits the scattered cities, islands, and coastlines — from the Adriatic to the Eastern Mediterranean — that Venice ruled for centuries. Written with Morris's signature wit, elegance, and keen eye for cultural detail, the book presents a vivid portrait of places where Venetian architecture, art, and ambition left an indelible mark. A seamless blend of personal travelogue and sweeping historical panorama, it illustrates how the ghost of Venice continues to haunt the shores it once commanded.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Intact, hardcover open to title page. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
A masterwork of travel writing and historical narrative, The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage chronicles Jan Morris's remarkable journey through the former territories of the Most Serene Republic of Venice. Retracing the maritime routes that once defined one of history's most powerful trading empires, Morris visits the scattered cities, islands, and coastlines — from the Adriatic to the Eastern Mediterranean — that Venice ruled for centuries. Written with Morris's signature wit, elegance, and keen eye for cultural detail, the book presents a vivid portrait of places where Venetian architecture, art, and ambition left an indelible mark. A seamless blend of personal travelogue and sweeping historical panorama, it illustrates how the ghost of Venice continues to haunt the shores it once commanded.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Intact, hardcover open to title page. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
A masterwork of travel writing and historical narrative, The Venetian Empire: A Sea Voyage chronicles Jan Morris's remarkable journey through the former territories of the Most Serene Republic of Venice. Retracing the maritime routes that once defined one of history's most powerful trading empires, Morris visits the scattered cities, islands, and coastlines — from the Adriatic to the Eastern Mediterranean — that Venice ruled for centuries. Written with Morris's signature wit, elegance, and keen eye for cultural detail, the book presents a vivid portrait of places where Venetian architecture, art, and ambition left an indelible mark. A seamless blend of personal travelogue and sweeping historical panorama, it illustrates how the ghost of Venice continues to haunt the shores it once commanded.
