Italy's Hope

Italy's Hope: A Tale of Florence is a novel written by John Ashford and published in 1857. The story is set in Florence, Italy, during the 15th century, a time of political and social turmoil. The novel follows the life of a young man named Angelo, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. Angelo is deeply involved in the politics of the time and is a supporter of the Florentine Republic.As the story unfolds, Angelo becomes increasingly involved in the struggle for power between the republicans and the Medici family, who are seeking to establish a hereditary monarchy. Along the way, Angelo falls in love with a beautiful woman named Bianca, who is also a supporter of the republic.The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in Renaissance Italy, with detailed descriptions of the city of Florence, its people, and its customs. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and political intrigue. The story is told in a lively and engaging style, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Italian history. Overall, Italy's Hope is a compelling tale of one man's struggle to fight for what he believes in, even in the face of overwhelming odds.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.