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Renaissance Florence, Updated edition

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Renaissance Florence, Updated Edition by Gene A. Brucker offers a vivid exploration of Florence during the Renaissance, focusing on its cultural, political, and economic transformation. The book delves into the lives of its citizens, examining the city's dynamic evolution as it became a centre of art and intellectual awakening. Through historical accounts and detailed analyses, it paints a comprehensive picture of Florence's influence in shaping modern civilization.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the vibrant culture and history of Florence during the Renaissance. It offers a rich exploration of the social, economic, and political landscape of the city during a pivotal era. This book may appeal to you if you're interested in understanding the intricate dynamics that shaped Renaissance art and society.

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In the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, the city of Florence experienced the most creative period in her entire history. This book offers an analysis of that community, focusing on the years 1380-1450 in an examination of the city's physical character, its economic and social structure and developments, and its political and religious life.

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In the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, the city of Florence experienced the most creative period in her entire history. Renaissance Florence, Updated edition is an in-depth analysis of that dynamic community, focusing primarily on the years 1380-1450. It examines the city's physical character, its economic and social structure and developments, its political and religious life, and its cultural achievement.

For this edition, Mr. Brucker has added Notes on Florentine Scholarship and a Bibliographical Supplement.

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Renaissance Florence, Updated edition by Gene A. Brucker receives praise for its engaging and intelligent exploration of Florentine society during the Renaissance. Reviewers commend Brucker's effective use of a broad range of archival and literary sources, blending them seamlessly to offer vivid, personal narratives that illuminate the lives of Florentines across different social strata. The book is noted for its ability to connect diverse aspects of historical life, making it valuable for scholars, students, and general readers alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520046955

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 April 1983

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 320

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