Histoire de la République de Venise (Vol. 1) by Daru

"Histoire de la République de Venise (Vol. 1)" by P. Daru is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the illustrious and complex history of the Venetian Republic, detailing its geographic, political, and social evolution from its origins to its decline. The narrative likely delves into significant events, key figures, and the unique governmental structure that characterized Venice during its most powerful periods. The opening of the text establishes the context by reflecting on the fate of Venice, a powerful republic known for its unique origins and resilient institutions. It highlights the gradual disintegration of the state amidst various invasions and calamities, questioning how an ostensibly unshakeable government could collapse. Daru begins with a meditation on the significance of studying Venice's history, its contributions to civilization, and the factors that led to its downfall, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the geographical traits, historical milestones, and institutional developments that shaped this remarkable maritime republic. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Daru, Pierre-Antoine-Noël-Bruno, comte, 1767-1829
Title Histoire de la République de Venise (Vol. 1)
Credits Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Christine P. Travers and
the team of DP-Europe. (This file was produced from images
generously made available by Bnf-Gallica.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language French
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Venice (Italy) -- History
Category Text
eBook-No. 46631
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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