The Popes Of The Renaissance

By John Addington Symonds

Book Overview

""The Popes of the Renaissance"" is a historical book written by John Addington Symonds. The book provides a detailed account of the papacy during the Renaissance era, focusing on the lives and reigns of the most notable popes of the time. The author explores the political and cultural climate of the period, highlighting the significant events that shaped the papacy's role in European history. The book delves into the lives of the popes, including their personal histories, achievements, and controversies. It also examines the papacy's relationship with the arts, literature, and architecture of the Renaissance, reflecting on the cultural impact of the popes' patronage. The book is a comprehensive study of the papacy during one of the most significant periods in European history, providing a unique perspective on the role of the popes in shaping the Renaissance.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Renaissance in Italy the Age of the Despots, by John Addington Symonds. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417920335.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: 1425479030
• ISBN13: 9781425479039
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"