Sforza: A Story Of Milan (1889)

By William Waldorf Astor

Book Overview

Sforza: A Story of Milan is a historical novel written by William Waldorf Astor and first published in 1889. The book tells the story of the Sforza family, who ruled Milan during the Renaissance period. The novel begins with the rise of Francesco Sforza, a condottiero (mercenary soldier) who becomes the Duke of Milan after marrying the daughter of the previous ruler. It then follows the family's struggles to maintain their power and influence in the face of political upheavals and rival factions. The story is set against the backdrop of the Italian Renaissance, with vivid descriptions of the art, architecture, and culture of Milan during this period. The novel is well-researched and provides a detailed account of the Sforza family's history, as well as the political and social context of their rule. It is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in Italian history or Renaissance literature.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: 1163903604
• ISBN13: 9781163903605
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"