Franceso's Venice

Presents the story of the life of Venice. This book explores Venice's remarkable history, from the 5th century when the first settlers retreated to the safety o... » 

Presents the story of the life of Venice. This book explores Venice's remarkable history, from the 5th century when the first settlers retreated to the safety of the lagoon and began to create their homes on its tiny islands, through its glorious years as a successful maritime nation, adept at trade, to the fragile city of the 21st century. «