Rome by James Bentley

Rome by James Bentley

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In six tried-and-tested routes, the author explores the ancient city of Rome, how it has developed over 2500 years, and the personalities that have shaped it, tracing them in buildings and monuments. Specially commissioned photographs are intended to complement and enhance the text.

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Rome by James Bentley

This is a guide to Rome, its history, art, literature and personalities. In six tried-and-tested routes, the author explores the ancient city of Rome, how it has developed over 2500 years, and the personalities that have shaped it, tracing them in the buildings and monuments in which this city abounds. The thematic routes describe the ancient imperial city, the churches and palaces of the Renaissance, the fountains and gardens, and the lavish patronage of the Popes and princes. Specially commissioned photographs are intended to complement and enhance the text. Extensive appendices provide information on the city's rulers, artists, monuments and buildings, and times of opening.

James Bentley (1937-2000) worked as a teacher, academic, historian, and Anglican priest, among other things. He was the Vicar of Oldham, Lancashire, Dean and Senior Chaplain at Eton College, Windsor, and the University of Sussex's Maurice Reckitt Research Fellow in Christian Social Philosophy.

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ISBN 13 9780540012435
ISBN 10 0540012432
Title Rome
Author Bentley James
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
Year published 1991-11-28
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.