Author: Alvise Zorzi
Binding: Hardback
Published: Sidgwick & Jackson., 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

Venice 697-1797: City - Republic - Empire chronicles the remarkable thousand-year journey of one of history's most enduring maritime powers. This authoritative work details Venice's transformation from a nascent settlement into a formidable republic and, ultimately, a vast empire. Alvise Zorzi masterfully uncovers the political machinations, economic innovations, and cultural achievements that defined the Venetian state. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of a city that defied geographical limitations to dominate trade and influence across the Mediterranean. It illustrates the intricate tapestry of power, art, and ambition that shaped Venice's unique legacy until its eventual decline.