Discussion: City of Fortune: How Venice Ruled the Seas

Author: Roger Crowley

Description: Roger Crowley vividly narrates the rise and dominance of Venice as a maritime empire from the 11th to the 16th centuries. Through its daring naval campaigns, strategic trade routes, and wealth from commerce, Venice became a powerful force in the Mediterranean. Crowley recounts pivotal events, including the Fourth Crusade and the Battle of Lepanto, highlighting Venice’s ambition and resilience.

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