The Ruins of Rome: A Cultural History

by Roland Mayer

The beguiling ruins of Rome have a long history of allure. They first engaged the attention of later mediaeval tourists, just as they do today. The interest of travellers was captured in the Renaissance by artists, architects, topographers, antiquarians, archaeologists and writers. Once the ruins were seen to appeal to visitors, and to matter for their aesthetic quality, their protection and attractive presentation became imperative. Rome's ruins...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1009430106
• ISBN13: 9781009430104
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 394 Pages