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St. Mark's Rest: The History Of Venice

St. Mark's Rest: The History Of Venice

Ruskin, John

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral ArchitectureGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1162970006
ISBN13: 9781162970004
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 276
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
St. Mark's Rest: The History of Venice is a comprehensive book written by John Ruskin. The book delves into the history of Venice, particularly focusing on the architecture and art of the city. The author's love for Venice is evident throughout the book, as he describes the city's beauty, culture, and history in great detail.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed account of the architecture and art of St. Mark's Basilica, which is one of the most famous landmarks in Venice. Ruskin examines the intricate details of the mosaics, sculptures, and other works of art in the basilica, providing insights into the symbolism and meaning behind each piece.The second part of the book focuses on the history of Venice, from its founding to the present day. Ruskin explores the city's political and social history, as well as its artistic and cultural achievements. He also discusses the city's decline, as it struggled to maintain its independence in the face of external threats.Overall, St. Mark's Rest: The History of Venice is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Venice. Ruskin's passion for the city is infectious, and his insights into its art and architecture are both informative and inspiring.Written For The Help Of The Few Travellers Who Still Care For Her Monuments.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.

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