Cecilia Gonzaga

By Robert Calverley Trevelyan and R.C. Trevelyan

Book Overview

Cecilia Gonzaga is a historical biography written by Robert Calverley Trevelyan. The book is a detailed account of the life of Cecilia Gonzaga, an Italian noblewoman who lived in the late 15th century. The author uses various historical sources to paint a vivid picture of Cecilia's life, including her upbringing, education, and marriage. Cecilia was born into a wealthy and powerful family in Mantua, Italy. She received an excellent education and was known for her intelligence and beauty. At the age of 16, she married Francesco II Gonzaga, the heir to the Duchy of Mantua. The book explores Cecilia's role as a wife and mother, as well as her involvement in the political and cultural life of Mantua. She was a patron of the arts and played an important role in the development of the Renaissance in Italy. Despite her many accomplishments, Cecilia's life was not without its challenges. She faced political intrigue, personal tragedy, and financial difficulties. The book delves into these struggles and shows how Cecilia persevered through them. Overall, Cecilia Gonzaga is a fascinating biography of a remarkable woman who lived during a pivotal moment in Italian history. The book provides a detailed and engaging account of her life and is a must-read for anyone interested in Renaissance Italy or women's history.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: 1430467576
• ISBN13: 9781430467571
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"