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Embark on a 1450 journey through Rome’s churches, relics, and everyday city life.
This travelogue invites readers to see the city through the eyes of a medieval pilgrim, tracing sacred sites, legends, and devotional practices that shaped ancient and medieval Rome.
- Follow a pilgrim’s routes to famed churches and holy relics, from storied sanctuaries to the steps of sacred institutions.
- Learn how saints, miracles, and pious acts were told and celebrated in medieval Rome.
- Gain a window into the everyday life, governance, and religious culture that surrounded these holy places.
- Discover the structure, notes, and historical context that help readers understand a 15th-century travel narrative.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers through the history of Rome, as written by John Capgrave in the 15th century. It begins with the founding of Rome and continues up to the author's present day, exploring the development of the city's architecture, religious significance, and political landscape. Along the way, Capgrave offers insights into the lives of notable Romans, from emperors to saints, and recounts the stories and legends that have shaped the city's identity. Through Capgrave's eyes, readers will gain a deep appreciation of Rome's enduring legacy and its profound impact on Western civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333859107_0
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