This concise history of Rome covers the city's founding in the 8th century BCE to the early modern period. The authors include analyses of notable leaders, significant events, and cultural developments, offering readers a complete overview of the Eternal City.
This groundbreaking work of art criticism challenges traditional notions of beauty and aesthetics. Authors Florence Simmonds, George William Chrystal, and Julius Meier-Graefe argue that modern art should be judged on its own terms, rather than in comparison to classical art. They propose new criteria for evaluating art, rooted in the principles of individual expression and subjective interpretation. A must-read for anyone interested in the development of modern art.
This collection focuses on republishing classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. The editions aim to provide affordable access to these timeless texts while preserving the original content and artwork, ensuring that readers can enjoy high-quality versions of these literary treasures.