The Council Of Ten V2 (1823)

By James Shergold Boone

Book Overview

The Council of Ten V2 is a historical book written by James Shergold Boone, first published in 1823. The book is a detailed account of the Council of Ten, a secretive political body that existed in the Republic of Venice from the 14th to 18th century. The Council of Ten was responsible for maintaining the security and stability of the Venetian state, and had the power to investigate and prosecute any individual or group deemed a threat to the republic. Boone's book provides a comprehensive overview of the Council of Ten's history, structure, and operations, drawing on a range of primary sources including official documents, letters, and contemporary accounts. The author also explores the Council's role in shaping Venetian politics and society, examining its relationship with other institutions such as the Doge, the Senate, and the Inquisition. In addition to its historical analysis, The Council of Ten V2 also sheds light on the wider political and social context of the Venetian Republic during this period. Boone discusses the impact of foreign powers such as France and Austria on Venetian politics, as well as the role of economic factors such as trade and taxation. Overall, The Council of Ten V2 is an important work of historical scholarship that offers a fascinating insight into the workings of one of the most powerful and secretive political institutions of the early modern period.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: 1165130955
• ISBN13: 9781165130955
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"