The Story of Perugia by Margaret Symonds and Lina Duff Gordon
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"The Story of Perugia" by Margaret Symonds and Lina Duff Gordon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich and complex history of Perugia, a city in Central Italy, delving into its origins, struggles, and notable events throughout the ages. The authors aim to present Perugia's narrative in an engaging way, capturing its significance through the tales and chronicles of its past. The opening of
"The Story of Perugia" introduces readers to the fascinating historical and geographical context of the city, discussing its prehistoric origins and the arrival of the Etruscans. It reflects on how Perugia has always captivated those who encounter it, with a narrative style that sets the stage for understanding the successive waves of influence upon the city—from its Etruscan roots through Roman conquest, the Middle Ages, and beyond. The authors also emphasize the challenge of condensing such a grand and intricate history into a concise format, indicating their respect for the city’s legacy and the myriad of tales that have shaped it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Symonds, Margaret, 1869-1925 |
|---|---|
| Author | Gordon, Lina Duff, 1874-1964 |
| Illustrator | James, Helen M. (Helen Mary), 1863-1900 |
| Title | The Story of Perugia |
| Series Title | Mediæval town series |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Perugia (Italy) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46732 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46732-0 |
| Release Date | Aug 30, 2014 |
| Last Update | Nov 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1177 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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