Publisher's Synopsis
A History of Perugia is a detailed account of the ancient Italian city of Perugia, written by William Heywood and published in 1910. The book covers the city's history from its earliest origins to the early 20th century, providing a comprehensive overview of its political, cultural, and social development through the ages. Heywood delves into the city's Etruscan and Roman roots, exploring its role as a center of art, literature, and commerce in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. He also examines the city's political struggles, including its battles with neighboring city-states and its involvement in the wars of Italian unification. Throughout the book, Heywood provides vivid descriptions of Perugia's architecture, art, and cultural life, making it a valuable resource for historians, art enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the rich history of this fascinating city.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.
