{"product_id":"monte-cassino-9781025847412","title":"Monte Cassino","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Arturo Jahn Rusconi\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Europe - Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Monte Cassino\" by Arturo Jahn Rusconi offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most significant religious and cultural landmarks in Western history. Situated atop a rocky hill in Italy, the Abbey of Monte Cassino stands as the cradle of the Benedictine Order, founded by Saint Benedict of Nursia in the 6th century. This work provides an in-depth examination of the abbey's storied past, its architectural evolution, and its vast artistic treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRusconi guides the reader through the cloisters, basilicas, and libraries that have served as a beacon of learning and spirituality for over a millennium. The text highlights the exquisite craftsmanship found within its walls, from intricate mosaics and frescoes to precious manuscripts. Written before the devastating events of the mid-20th century, this account captures the monastery in its historic splendor, documenting the enduring legacy of the Benedictine monks and their contribution to European civilization. Rich in detail and historical context, \"Monte Cassino\" is an essential resource for those interested in Italian heritage, ecclesiastical art, and the foundational history of monastic life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tradd Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47884567380119,"sku":"9781025847412","price":2705.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781025847412.webp?v=1781108303","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/monte-cassino-9781025847412","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}