Publisher's Synopsis
""The Stones of Venice: The Foundations V1"" is a book written by John Ruskin, a renowned art critic and writer of the 19th century. The book is a detailed analysis of the architectural and cultural history of Venice, Italy, focusing on the city's foundations and buildings made of stone. The book is divided into three volumes, with this first volume specifically covering the foundations of Venice. Ruskin delves into the geological and historical context of the city, exploring the role of the lagoon and the various materials used in its construction. He also examines the different architectural styles that have influenced the city's buildings, from Byzantine to Gothic.Throughout the book, Ruskin provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various buildings and structures he discusses, including churches, palaces, and bridges. He also includes his own personal reflections and opinions on the city and its architecture, making the book not only informative but also engaging and thought-provoking.Overall, ""The Stones of Venice: The Foundations V1"" is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the world's most iconic cities, offering readers a unique perspective on its history and culture through the lens of its architecture.1851. With illustrations. Ruskin, the greatest Victorian bar Victoria, was an artist, scientist, poet, environmentalist, philosopher, and the preeminent art critic of his time. This is the first in his three-volume masterpiece on Venetian art and architecture. Here he intends to prove how the architecture in Venice exemplified the principles he discussed in The Seven Lamps of Architecture. Ruskin examines Venice's Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance periods and provides a general history of the city as well. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
