Fra Girolamo Savonarola: A Biographical Study Based On Contemporary Documents

By Herbert Lucas

Book Overview

Fra Girolamo Savonarola: A Biographical Study Based On Contemporary Documents is a book written by Herbert Lucas that provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of the famous Italian Dominican friar, Girolamo Savonarola. The book is based on contemporary documents and offers a detailed analysis of Savonarola's life, his religious beliefs, political views, and his role in the Renaissance period. The author delves into the historical context of Savonarola's life, describing the political and religious landscape of the time, and the events that led to his rise to power in Florence. The book explores Savonarola's influence on the cultural and intellectual movements of the period, and his impact on the development of the Italian Renaissance. The author also examines Savonarola's relationship with the Medici family, the Catholic Church, and the people of Florence. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Savonarola's execution, and the impact of his death on the Renaissance movement in Italy. Overall, Fra Girolamo Savonarola: A Biographical Study Based On Contemporary Documents is a well-researched and insightful book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figures of the Renaissance period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Italy, the Renaissance, and the Catholic Church.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: 1163123994
• ISBN13: 9781163123997
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"