The Medici And The Italian Renaissance

By William Henry Oliphant Smeaton and Oliphant Smeaton

Book Overview

The Medici And The Italian Renaissance is a comprehensive book written by Oliphant Smeaton that explores the role of the Medici family in the flourishing of the Italian Renaissance. The book covers the period from the 14th to the 17th century and delves into the political, social, and cultural landscape of Italy during this time. The Medici family, who were wealthy bankers and merchants, played a significant role in the development of the Renaissance through their patronage of the arts and sciences. They supported artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli, as well as scholars like Galileo and Machiavelli. The book provides an in-depth look at the Medici family, their rise to power, and their impact on the Renaissance. It examines their political influence, their business dealings, and their cultural contributions. The book also explores the broader context of the Italian Renaissance, including the political upheavals, religious conflicts, and social changes that shaped the era. Overall, The Medici And The Italian Renaissance is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the Medici family and their impact on the Italian Renaissance. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Italian history, art, or culture.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: 1428606246
• ISBN13: 9781428606241
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"