Cambridge Discovery Education Interactive Readers are the next generation of graded readers - captivating topics, high-impact video, and interactive exercises designed to motivate and engage. Venice is one of the most romantic and storied cities in the entire world. Now a popular tourist destination, Venice isn't just about winding canals and gondoliers. This reader examines not only Venice's long and fascinating history, but also its controversial present day. Word count: 2254. Lexile Reading Level: 860L.