ŁUKASZKIEWICZ X.J.A., GUIDE TO ITALY WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO ROME [1897].

Description

A travel guide to Italy, with particular emphasis on Rome, being a study combining informative qualities with elements of historical and cultural description. The publication presents the most important cities, monuments and places of artistic and religious significance, bringing the reader closer to the cultural heritage of Italy in the context of European tradition.

The work is part of 19th century travel and guidebook literature, reflecting the interest in Mediterranean culture and the popularity of educational travel characteristic of the era. A special place is given to Rome, portrayed as a center of history, art and religion, the destination of numerous pilgrimages and exploratory expeditions.

The copy is hand-bound in leather in the bindery of the Polish Antiquarian, with the utmost care taken to ensure durability and security for generations.

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