The Medici And The Italian Renaissance

By William Henry Oliphant Smeaton and Oliphant Smeaton

Book Overview

The Medici And The Italian Renaissance by Smeaton Oliphant is a comprehensive account of the Medici family and their role in the Italian Renaissance. The book begins with a brief history of the Medici family and their rise to power in Florence, Italy. It then delves into the cultural and artistic achievements of the Renaissance, highlighting the Medici's patronage of artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli. The book also explores the political and economic influence of the Medici family, including their involvement in the papacy and their role in the development of banking and commerce. Throughout the book, Smeaton Oliphant provides insight into the Medici family's personal lives, including their scandals and conflicts. The Medici And The Italian Renaissance is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Italy, the Renaissance, and the Medici family.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: 1162940921
• ISBN13: 9781162940922
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"