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Cosimo I: Duke of Florence (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Cecily Booth

 
9780331775358: Cosimo I: Duke of Florence (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Cosimo I, Duke of Florence is a clear-eyed, vivid portrait of a ruler who shaped a city and its future.

This edition unfolds the man behind the title, showing how bold choices and steady diplomacy guided Florence through wartime and court intrigue.

The narrative focuses on Cosimo’s complex leadership during conflict with Siena, his dealings with emperors and kings, and how his decisions touched the people of Florence. It illuminates his blend of firmness and generosity, and how he balanced personal ambition with the city’s welfare.
  • How Cosimo navigated war, diplomacy, and shifting power in 16th‑century Italy.
  • His approach to governance in Florence, including his regard for citizens and urban life.
  • The political theater of Rome, Madrid, and Paris as it affected the Tuscan state.
  • The interplay between personal reputation, memory, and statecraft in shaping legacy.
Ideal for readers of historical biographies and those curious about how a single ruler can steer a great city through upheaval, then and now.

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