The Two First Centuries Of Florentine History

""The Two First Centuries of Florentine History: The Republic and Parties at the Time of Dante"" by Pasquale Villari is a comprehensive historical account of Florence during the 13th and 14th centuries. The book covers the period from the founding of the Florentine Republic in 1250 to the end of the 14th century, a time of great political and cultural upheaval in Italy. Villari provides an in-depth analysis of the political, economic, and social factors that shaped the Florentine Republic during this time. He explores the various political parties and factions that emerged, including the Guelphs and Ghibellines, and their impact on the city's development. The book also examines the role of the Medici family in Florence's history, as well as the influence of artists and writers such as Dante Alighieri.Villari's work is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of primary sources, including archival documents, contemporary chronicles, and literary works. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both academic and general readers. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Florence and the Italian Renaissance.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.