The book intends to be a short guide to Venice for lovers of arts, arriving here from distant places and with different cultural backgrounds but all with the same desire to better understand the unique character of this city. We offer to the reader a rich choice of images of some of the most relevant Venetian buildings, sculptures, and paintings, accompanied by brief historical remarks. We avoided describing them in an academic way. We are confident that, once arrived to the last page of this short guide, the readers will have acquired sufficient autonomy to be able to judge by themselves what they like best among the many artistic aspects of this special city.

The book intends to be a short guide to Venice for lovers of arts, arriving here from distant places and with different cultural backgrounds but all with the same desire to better understand the unique character of this city. We offer to the reader a rich choice of images of some of the most relevant Venetian buildings, sculptures, and paintings, accompanied by brief historical remarks. We avoided describing them in an academic way. We are confident that, once arrived to the last page of this short guide, the readers will have acquired sufficient autonomy to be able to judge by themselves what they like best among the many artistic aspects of this special city.

Venice: The Queen of the Adriatic (1893) is a travelogue written by Clara Erskine Clement about the city of Venice in Italy. The book provides a detailed account of the city's history, art, architecture, and culture. The author takes the reader on a journey through the city's canals, bridges, and landmarks, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. Clement also delves into the lives of Venetian artists, such as Titian and Tintoretto, and their contributions to the city's rich artistic heritage. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Venice.