Renaissance in Italy the Age of the Despots

""Renaissance in Italy: The Age of the Despots"" is a historical book written by John Addington Symonds. It explores the cultural, political, and social developments that took place in Italy during the Renaissance period, specifically focusing on the rule of despots. The book covers topics such as the rise of the Medici family in Florence, the artistic achievements of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, and the political intrigues that shaped the Italian city-states. Symonds also examines the impact of humanism and the rediscovery of classical literature on Italian society. The book provides a detailed analysis of the key figures and events that defined the Renaissance in Italy, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the period.1888. A volume from Symonds' major work, Renaissance in Italy, which appeared in seven volumes at intervals between 1875 and 1886. Contents: The Spirit of the Renaissance; Italian History; The Age of the Despots; The Republics; The Florentine Historians; The Prince of Machiavelli; The Popes of the Renaissance; The Church and Morality; Savonarola; and Charles VIII. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.