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Sketches In Italy (1883)

Sketches In Italy (1883)

Symonds, John Addington

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ISBN10: 1164181076
ISBN13: 9781164181071
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sketches in Italy is a travelogue written by John Addington Symonds in 1883. The book is a collection of essays and sketches that describe his travels in Italy. Symonds was an English writer and scholar who spent a considerable amount of time in Italy, studying the art, literature, and culture of the country. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Italy. The first section is dedicated to Rome, where Symonds describes the city's ancient ruins, churches, and art. The second section focuses on Florence, where he discusses the city's Renaissance art and architecture. The third section is about Venice, where he describes the city's canals, palaces, and churches. The final section of the book is a collection of miscellaneous essays on topics such as Italian literature, music, and cuisine. Throughout the book, Symonds provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs of Italy. His writing is characterized by a deep appreciation for the beauty and richness of Italian culture. Sketches in Italy is a classic travelogue that offers a fascinating glimpse into Italy's past and present.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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