Roma Beata: Letters From The Eternal City (1904) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165045815)

Roma Beata: Letters From The Eternal City is a book written by Maud Howe and originally published in 1904. The book is a collection of letters that the author wrote to her mother during her travels in Rome. The letters provide a vivid and personal account of the city, its culture, and its people.Throughout the book, Howe describes the many historical and cultural landmarks of Rome, such as the Colosseum, the Vatican, and the Pantheon. She also explores the city's art and architecture, including the works of Michelangelo and Bernini. In addition to her descriptions of the city's physical beauty, Howe also reflects on the spiritual and religious significance of Rome, particularly in the context of Catholicism.As a writer and artist, Howe brings a unique perspective to her observations of Rome. She frequently comments on the city's artistic and literary traditions, and she draws on her own experiences as a creative person to offer insights into the city's creative energy.Overall, Roma Beata: Letters From The Eternal City is a fascinating and engaging account of one woman's experience of Rome at the turn of the 20th century. It offers readers a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture, as well as the author's own personal journey of discovery and reflection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Maud Howe
ISBN-10: 1165045818
ISBN-13: 9781165045815
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 390
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d