Memoirs Of Journeys To Venice And The Low Countries

Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries is a book written by Albrecht Durer, a renowned German artist of the Renaissance era. The book is a collection of personal accounts and reflections of his travels to Venice and the Low Countries during the early 16th century. Durer's memoirs provide a unique insight into the life and culture of these regions during the Renaissance period. He describes the art, architecture, and customs of Venice and the Low Countries in great detail, providing readers with a vivid picture of the places he visited. The book also contains several illustrations by Durer himself, showcasing his artistic talent and providing further insight into the art of the time. Overall, Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries is a fascinating read for anyone interested in art, history, or travel. It offers a glimpse into the life and times of one of the most influential artists of the Renaissance, and provides valuable information about the culture and society of the regions he visited.Those who go about on the Riva always expect four times the value for anything, for they are the falsest knaves that live there. No one expects to get an honest service of them. For that reason some good people warned me to be on my guard against them. They told me that they cheat both man and beast, and that you could buy better things for less money at Frankfort than at Venice.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.