Roman Fever : Influence, Infection, and the Image of Rome, 1700-1870
Language: English
Published by Yale University Press, 2013
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This book is in very good condition; no remainder marks. Dustjacket does have some shelfwear and small corner tear at the top. Inside pages are clean. ; 10.30 X 7.80 X 1.10 inches; 330 pages.
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- Title
- Roman Fever : Influence, Infection, and the Image of Rome, 1700-1870
- Author
- Wrigley, Mr. Richard
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Publication year
- 2013
- Condition
- Very Good
- Dust jacket
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0300190212
- ISBN 13
- 9780300190212
During the 18th and 19th centuries, artists and travellers were lured to Rome, the home of civilized values and artistic beauty. But the history of visiting Rome had a pathological side—not only crisis and disorientation but repulsion at its filth and stink. Rome’s air was considered to contain a chronic source of disease. This book argues that “bad air” (mal’aria) is a neglected aspect of thinking about the city’s history and as a destination for artists, visitors, and Romans both ancient and modern. These problems interfered with exploring Rome, its art and architecture, and representing its landscape. Atmospheric contamination made plein air painting and investigating antique ruins challenging activities.
Roman Fever invites an original and alternative perspective on the city and its countryside, revisiting the history of Rome in terms of ideas about climate and the role of the environment. Beautifully illustrated with unfamiliar images, it focuses on the interplay between enthusiasm and inspiration, and debilitation and mortality, all an integral part of discovering and engaging with the Eternal City’s landscape.
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About the Author
Richard Wrigley is professor of art history at the University of Nottingham.
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