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Savonarola: A City's Tragedy

Savonarola: A City's Tragedy

Howard, Newman

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryPlaywriting

ISBN10: 1163229660
ISBN13: 9781163229668
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Savonarola: A City�������s Tragedy is a historical non-fiction book written by Howard Newman. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Girolamo Savonarola, a famous Italian preacher and religious reformer from the 15th century. The story is set in Florence, Italy, during the late 1400s, a time when the city was experiencing political upheaval and religious turmoil.The book follows the life of Savonarola, from his early years as a Dominican friar to his rise as a powerful religious leader in Florence. Newman provides an in-depth analysis of Savonarola's teachings, his impact on the people of Florence, and his eventual downfall.The author also explores the political climate of Florence during this time, highlighting the conflict between the ruling Medici family and the religious reformers like Savonarola. The book delves into the complex relationship between Savonarola and the Medici family, and the events that led to his excommunication and execution.Newman's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an excellent read for anyone interested in Italian history, religious reform, or political intrigue. The author's meticulous research and attention to detail provide a fascinating insight into the life of one of Italy's most controversial figures. Overall, Savonarola: A City�������s Tragedy is a well-written and thoroughly researched book that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of Girolamo Savonarola.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.

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