Publisher's Synopsis
""Venice: The Queen of the Adriatic"" is a historical and cultural account of the city of Venice, written by Clara Erskine Clement in 1893. The book explores the city's rich history, from its founding in the 5th century to its rise as a powerful maritime republic during the Middle Ages. Clement also delves into the city's unique culture, including its art, architecture, and music. The book is filled with detailed descriptions of Venice's many landmarks, such as St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, as well as its canals, bridges, and gondolas. Clement's writing is both informative and engaging, making this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Venice.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.
