Venice: A Cultural History (Interlink Cultural Histories)

Garrett, who has authored literary companions to Italy and to Greece, here offers travelers to Venice some enrichment of their experience with his discussion of the history and architecture of Venice and the islands of the lagoon; the legacy of the city's Jewish, Greek, Slav, and Armenian nations; and the city's rich traditions in opera, drama, art, and music. The book includes b&w drawings and a few b&w photos. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)