Publisher's Synopsis
The Age of the Condottieri: A Short History of Medieval Italy from 1409-1530 is a book written by Oscar Browning. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the political and military history of Italy during the period of the Condottieri, which was marked by the rise of powerful military leaders who hired themselves out as mercenaries to various Italian city-states.Browning's book explores the complex political landscape of Italy during this period, including the various conflicts and alliances between the major city-states such as Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples. He also examines the role of the Condottieri in shaping Italian politics and society, and how their influence helped to shape the Renaissance.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. It is well-researched and draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including contemporary chronicles, diaries, and letters.Overall, The Age of the Condottieri is an important contribution to the study of Italian history, providing a fascinating insight into a key period of political and military upheaval in the country.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.
