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The Modern Scholar: A History of Venice

By: Prof. Thomas F. Madden
Narrated by: Thomas F. Madden
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Renowned professor Thomas F. Madden focuses his expertise on what has been called the most beautiful city in the world: Venice. In these lectures, Professor Madden explains how the city on the lagoon was established by refugees escaping the onslaught of northern “barbarians” invading the crumbling Roman Empire. Through its history, Venice housed the world’s leading merchants, thrived as a maritime powerhouse, and developed into an independent republic not unlike the present United States. Venice draws millions of visitors each year, and these lectures shed light on why the city is such a continual source of fascination.

©2010 Thomas F. Madden (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC

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Absolutely fascinating

An amazing book on the history of Venice. Perfect for anyone who wants to visit. I would love if he did this series for several European cities.

I would liked to have heard more about the history of the Jews in Venice because I think that was a little white washed.

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Fascinating history

This might be my favorite history course on Audible. Fascinating lectures about topics I wasn't very familiar with. If you are interested in Italy, the early middke ages, the crusades, etc. I would recommend It. The lecturer is great and easy to listen to without being boring at all. Great preamble to my upcoming trip to Venice!

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Fascinating, Action Packed History

Wow! Venice has the most amazing, influential and seedy history, I had no idea. This professor is very good at explaining a fascinating subject. One of my favorites under the Modern Scholar Michael Drout lectures. I wish there was more.

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History for Tourists

A very superficial old-fashinoned history. This doge did this and that doge did the other. Clearly designed so that you'll "know" what you're seeing on a brief visit to this fascinating city.

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It was very informative, but listeners should be warned that it is very much like listening to a class lecture.

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A Nice Introduction to the History of Venice

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I really enjoyed hearing this college lecture series on the History of Venice. I was very interested in the subject, and this aduiobook helped feed my hunger for stories and details about the amazing city. This book is a great place to start, but follow it with "Venice: Pure City" by Peter Ackroyd -- that is a truly remarkable book about the fascinating history, ancient beauty, and timeless wonder of Venice.

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great overview

If you are interested in learning about the history of Venice, this is a great course to listen to. It's a great overview.

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fascinating

great lectures on the history of Venice. it was an inspiring audiobook on a fascinating city and I was actually sad it ended.

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Well Researched & Entertaining

My husband (a history major) and I listened to this on a roadtrip over to Venice. It thoroughly enhanced our stay. Highly recommended!

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Magnificent lecture series

Having been to Venice many times. It amazes me to realize how little I had previously known about its history. This lecture series has been greatly satisfying. I would recommend it to anyone, even those who haven't been there. But do try to see it.

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