Venice - Alethea Wiel - Bog

""Venice"" by Alethea Wiel is a comprehensive guidebook that provides an in-depth exploration of the beautiful city of Venice. The book covers everything from the city's rich history and culture to its stunning architecture and famous landmarks. It also includes practical information for travelers, such as tips on where to stay, eat, and shop, as well as transportation options and suggested itineraries. The guidebook is filled with beautiful photographs and illustrations that bring the city to life, making it an essential resource for anyone planning a trip to Venice or simply interested in learning more about this enchanting destination.1894. A volume from the Story of the Nations, a series of Historical Studies intended to present in graphic narratives the stories of the different nations that have attained prominence in history. In story form the current of each national life is distinctly indicated, and its picturesque and noteworthy periods and episodes are presented for the reader in their philosophical relations to each other as well as to universal history. Wiel divides the story of Venice into three periods: the first from 697 to 1172 comprises the dawn of the ducal power, of the councils and of the whole process of administration culminating in the formation of the Great Council. The second period is the period of Venice�������s increase of might, and the attainment of her greatest glory. It closes with the fall of Constantinople and the end of Foscari�������s dukedom, when a mistaken policy and ambition undermined the strength and power of the Republic by leading her from concentrating her energies on the sea, to enlarging her domains on the mainland. And the third period records the slow downward course of the story, brightened though with occasional flashes of the old spirit and greatness making themselves felt through the gloom of decay.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.