venice (italy)

In his new identity as Blue Avenger, sixteen-year-old David visits Venice, Italy, and continues to pursue various crusades, including trying to solve the mystery of who really wrote Shakespeare's works.

Examines the history, culture, religion, society, and achievements of the Italian city of Venice, from its founding to its surrender to Napoleon at the end of the eighteenth century.

Two brothers, having run away from the aunt who plans to adopt the younger one, are sought by a detective hired by their aunt, but they have found shelter with--and protection from--Venice's "Thief Lord.".

On a visit to Venice with her father, Vendela experiences the richness and beauty of the city and its palaces, gondolas, and statues.

Living temporarily in Venice, three American siblings uncover a mystery surrounding magical objects, an Arabian Nights book, and animals that can walk in and out of paintings.

He saw her across the Piazza San Marco and fell instantly in love. He saw her again in a Venice cafe a year later. He knew little English and she, a divorced American chef, spoke little of his language. Within months of their meeting they marry at her house in St. Louis and go to live in Venice, the city where they met. Marlena's romance, with recipes to match, provide the reader with an unforgettable memoir.

Famed courtesan Fiammetta Bianchini and her dwarf companion, Bucino Teodoldi, escape to the wealthy and powerful city of Venice in order to rebuild their business.

Presents the original text of Shakespeare's play side by side with a modern version. Includes a section with discussion questions and quizzes for students.

John Berendt shares what he learned about the city of Venice and its people in the months following the fire that destroyed the city's historic Fenice Opera House.