Ravenna: a Study by Edward Hutton

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1913. J.M Dent & Sons. 1st Edition. Beautifully illustrated with color plates and black and white plates.

"Ravenna" is a historical and cultural study by Edward Hutton, first published in 1913. The book explores the city of Ravenna in Northern Italy, which served as the capital of the Western Roman Empire and the Byzantine Empire in the 5th and 6th centuries. Hutton delves into the city's art, architecture, and history and provides a detailed account of the mosaics that adorn the city's buildings. The book is considered a classic in Italian travel writing and continues to be popular among history and art enthusiasts.