The Early History of Venice: From the Foundation to the Conquest of Constantinople, A.D. 1204 (1901)

The Early History of Venice: From the Foundation to the Conquest of Constantinople, A.D. 1204 is a historical book written by Francis Cotterell Hodgson and first published in 1901. The book chronicles the early history of Venice, from its foundation as a small fishing village to its rise as a powerful maritime republic. The author provides a detailed account of the political, social, and economic developments that shaped the city-state over the centuries. He describes the early settlements of the Venetians, their interactions with neighboring peoples, and the growth of their trade and commerce. The book also covers the city's involvement in the Crusades, its rivalry with other Italian city-states, and its eventual conquest of Constantinople in 1204. Overall, The Early History of Venice is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most important cities in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.