Rerum Italicarum Scriptores, Vol. 11 - Softcover

Giosue Carducci

 
9780243569199: Rerum Italicarum Scriptores, Vol. 11

Synopsis

This book is an in-depth exploration of a political struggle and military clash that shaped the history of medieval Tuscany. The author brings to life the pivotal Battle of Montecatini, fought in 1315 between the Guelphs and Ghibellines, that played a significant role in the broader conflict between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire. Through a detailed analysis of historical sources, the author provides a vivid account of the battle, the political machinations that led to it, and the impact it had on the region. The book sheds light on the complex power dynamics of the period, the strategies and tactics used in medieval warfare, and the devastating human cost of political and religious divisions. Ultimately, this work highlights the enduring significance of this historical event in understanding the tumultuous era of medieval Italy and its legacy on the development of the Italian city-states.

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Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780666649768: Rerum Italicarum Scriptores, Vol. 11: Raccolta Degli Storici Italiani dal Cinquecento al Millecinquecento; Parte II (Classic Reprint) (Italian Edition)

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ISBN 10:  0666649766 ISBN 13:  9780666649768
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
Hardcover