Two Quaint Republics

""Two Quaint Republics: Andorra And San Marino"" is a historical and cultural exploration of two small European countries - Andorra and San Marino. Written by Virginia Wales Johnson in 1913, the book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, politics, and customs of these two unique republics. The book begins with an introduction to Andorra, a tiny landlocked country nestled in the Pyrenees Mountains between France and Spain. Johnson describes the country's landscape, its people, and its long and fascinating history. She delves into the country's political structure, which is based on a unique system of co-principality, and explains how this system has helped Andorra maintain its independence and autonomy over the centuries. The second part of the book focuses on San Marino, another small republic located in central Italy. Johnson provides a detailed history of San Marino, from its founding in the 4th century to its modern-day status as the world's oldest surviving republic. She also explores the country's political system, which is based on a unique form of direct democracy, and discusses the role that religion has played in shaping San Marino's culture and society. Throughout the book, Johnson provides insights into the daily lives of Andorrans and Sammarinese people, describing their customs, traditions, and ways of life. She also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the landscapes, architecture, and people of these two quaint republics. Overall, ""Two Quaint Republics: Andorra And San Marino"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on two of Europe's smallest and most intriguing countries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, politics, or culture, and for anyone who wants to learn more about these two hidden gems of Europe.""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.