Theory and Practice in the History of European Expansion Overseas Essays in Honour of Ronald... Book

Interesting book - it tilts just like the Tower! The rhomboid shape of the book is a definite novelty for your bookshelf, but a bit (actually more than a bit) irritating and distracting to read. But it's not lengthy so actually no problem. And I'm delighted to have it on my shelves. Chronologies of its extended construction, then travails and near disasters as various folks try to keep it from leaning too far while maintaining enough tilt to keep the tourists coming. All with associated Papal and municipal happenings and some interesting associated history as well. A fun and interesting read for me, since I have visited and been impressed by the Campo dei Miracoli - Baptistery was most impressive, then the Camposanto Monumentale, then the Duomo, and finally that leaning Campanile.