Life And Times Of Girolamo Savonarola Part Two

By Pasquale Villari and Linda Villari

Book Overview

The Life And Times Of Girolamo Savonarola V2 is a book written by Pasquale Villari that provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of Girolamo Savonarola, an Italian Dominican friar and preacher who lived during the late 15th century. The book is the second volume of a two-part series and covers the period of Savonarola's life from 1494 to 1498.The author, Pasquale Villari, was an Italian historian and politician who was known for his extensive research on the Italian Renaissance. In this book, he draws upon his knowledge of the period to provide a detailed and insightful account of Savonarola's life and times.The book begins by providing an overview of the political and social climate of Florence during Savonarola's time, including the conflicts between the ruling Medici family and the republican factions. It then delves into Savonarola's early life and education, his entry into the Dominican order, and his rise to prominence as a preacher and religious reformer.Throughout the book, Villari examines Savonarola's teachings and their impact on the people of Florence, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Lorenzo de' Medici and Pope Alexander VI. The book also covers Savonarola's involvement in political affairs, including his efforts to establish a theocratic government in Florence.Overall, The Life And Times Of Girolamo Savonarola V2 is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most fascinating figures of the Italian Renaissance. It provides valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the period, as well as the religious and philosophical ideas that shaped it.1893. Volume 2 of 2. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417967501.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419180355
• ISBN13: 9781419180354
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"