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LoC No.: 11027467
Title: Cathedral Cities of Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Cathedral Cities of Italy" by W. W. Collins is an illustrated travelogue written in the early 20th century. The work explores the enchanting architecture and cultural heritage of Italy's cathedral cities, highlighting the grandeur of their cathedrals and the historical significance of the buildings. The book is likely to appeal to architecture aficionados and travelers interested in Italy's artistic and historical landmarks. The opening of this volume sets an evocative stage, discussing the allure of Italy's cathedral cities and their rich history influenced by various architectural styles—from Roman and Byzantine to Gothic and Renaissance. The narrative begins with Como, describing the city's ancient origins, its beautiful lake, and the notable Cathedral of Como, which showcases a blend of Gothic and Renaissance elements. Collins emphasizes the emotional impact these architectural treasures leave on visitors and prepares the reader for a detailed exploration of numerous cities, each with its unique historical and architectural significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Collins, W. W. (William Wiehe), 1862-1951
EBook No.: 37692
Published: Oct 10, 2011
Downloads: 137
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Description and travel
Subject: Cathedrals -- Italy
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 11027467
Title: Cathedral Cities of Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Cathedral Cities of Italy" by W. W. Collins is an illustrated travelogue written in the early 20th century. The work explores the enchanting architecture and cultural heritage of Italy's cathedral cities, highlighting the grandeur of their cathedrals and the historical significance of the buildings. The book is likely to appeal to architecture aficionados and travelers interested in Italy's artistic and historical landmarks. The opening of this volume sets an evocative stage, discussing the allure of Italy's cathedral cities and their rich history influenced by various architectural styles—from Roman and Byzantine to Gothic and Renaissance. The narrative begins with Como, describing the city's ancient origins, its beautiful lake, and the notable Cathedral of Como, which showcases a blend of Gothic and Renaissance elements. Collins emphasizes the emotional impact these architectural treasures leave on visitors and prepares the reader for a detailed exploration of numerous cities, each with its unique historical and architectural significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Collins, W. W. (William Wiehe), 1862-1951
EBook No.: 37692
Published: Oct 10, 2011
Downloads: 137
Language: English
Subject: Italy -- Description and travel
Subject: Cathedrals -- Italy
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.