** "The Stones of Venice, Volume 2 (of 3)" by John Ruskin is an architectural exploration of Venice during the Byzantine and Gothic eras. The narrative begins with the author's personal reflections on the city. Ruskin recalls first seeing Venice from a gondola, and how its beauty and history inspired him. He also contrasts this with the city's decay. Ruskin then explores Venice's architectural history, connecting it with the area's unique setting and culture. The goal is to highlight the beauty and importance of Venice's historical buildings. The reader is taken on a journey to discover the significance behind all the architectural elements found throughout the ancient city and how it reveals rich historical and cultural stories. **
The Stones of Venice, Volume 2 (of 3),
By John Ruskin
** Discover the wonder of Venice's historic architecture and how it reflects both its majestic beauty and the challenges of time.
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About the AuthorJohn Ruskin was an English polymath – a writer, lecturer, art historian, art critic, draughtsman and philanthropist of the Victorian era. He wrote on subjects as varied as art, architecture, political economy, education, museology, geology, botany, ornithology, literature, history, and myth.
John Ruskin was an English polymath – a writer, lecturer, art historian, art critic, draughtsman and philanthropist of the Victorian era. He wrote on subjects as varied as art, architecture, political economy, education, museology, geology, botany, ornithology, literature, history, and myth.
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