Bibliograph

Gondola, Donna Leon

Type

Label

Gondola, Donna Leon

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Gondola

Oclc number

896728682

Responsibility statement

Donna Leon

Summary

This fascinating history of the gondola, which was first used in medieval Venice as a maneuverable getaway boat, reveals how it evolved over the centuries into a floating pleasure palace that facilitated the romantic escapades of the Venetian elite

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- The gondola as a paradox -- I think I could do this -- Taking a closer look -- The master builder -- Can a boat be a fashion statement? -- Musica popolare -- The ships from hell

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