Florence in the Time of the Medici (The Mad, Bad and Ugly of Italian History)

Florence in the Time of the Medici is a captivating journey through one of the most beautiful cities in the world during the height of the Italian Renaissance.

Experience life in Florence as it was lived by the powerful Medici family, who rose to religious and political power through their wealth and patronage of the arts.

Walk the streets where Cosimo and Lorenzo the Magnificent once walked, marveling at the stunning architecture and art that they helped create.

Discover how the city functioned on a day-to-day basis and how the ordinary people of Florence lived, all through the eyes of E.R.

Chamberlin's engaging narrative.

Whether you're planning a long weekend to visit Michelangelo's David or Brunelleschi's magnificent dome on Florence Cathedral, this book is essential reading for anyone looking to fully appreciate the splendor of Florence in all its Renaissance glory.