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Following the catastrophic fire that destroyed the historic Teatro La Fenice on January 29, 1996, John Berendt arrives in Venice three days later to investigate the blaze and its impact on the city. In his trademark nonfiction style, he explores Venice’s precarious balance between endurance and decay, its rich architectural heritage, and the everyday life of its residents and visitors. Berendt introduces a diverse cast of characters—including a Venetian poet, an American expatriate family, a society of art‑preserving Americans, a surrealist painter, and a master glassblower—as he pieces together the true story behind the fire. The narrative intertwines history, social customs, and the city’s atmosphere, offering readers a compelling, layered glimpse of Venice’s past and present.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: John Berendt
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