Savonarola

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

Savonarola is a biographical book written by Elbert Hubbard, which tells the story of Girolamo Savonarola, an Italian Dominican friar and preacher who lived in the late 15th century. Savonarola was a significant figure during the Renaissance period, as he was a vocal critic of the corruption and excesses of the church and the ruling class.The book explores Savonarola's life, his teachings, and his role in the political and religious upheavals of his time. It covers his early years as a young friar, his rise to fame as a preacher, and his eventual downfall and execution.Hubbard's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides a detailed account of Savonarola's life and times. The book also includes a number of illustrations and photographs, which help to bring the story to life.Overall, Savonarola is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, religion, or politics. It provides a unique insight into the life and times of one of the most important figures of the Renaissance period.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Eminent Orators, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104095.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: 1425343600
• ISBN13: 9781425343606
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"