The Spirit of Rome by Vernon Lee
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| Author | Lee, Vernon, 1856-1935 |
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| Title | The Spirit of Rome |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Spirit of Rome" by Vernon Lee is a reflective travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a diary of the author’s personal impressions and emotional responses to the city of Rome, as she revisits locales imbued with history and significance. Lee explores themes of nostalgia, beauty, decay, and the enduring spirit of the city itself, as she navigates its streets and sites in search of deeper meaning. The opening of the book introduces Lee's complex relationship with Rome, detailing her early experiences growing up in the city and her feelings of rediscovery upon returning years later. She juxtaposes her memories of familiar details—such as the architectural elements and the landscape—with a sense of astonishment at how deeply Rome resonates with her emotions. Through vivid descriptions, she portrays the vibrant and historical nuances of the city and its monuments, revealing her internal struggles as she grapples with the contrast between the city’s grandeur and its decay. This opening sets the stage for a journey that entwines personal reflection with broader observations on the character and essence of one of the world's oldest cities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Rome (Italy) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27873 |
| Release Date | Jan 22, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 128 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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