Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 14 (of 16) by Sismondi

"Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 14" by J. C. L. Simon do Sismondi is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume focuses on the struggles of the Venetian Republic during the early 16th century, detailing its military campaigns, political maneuvers, and the socio-political dynamics in Italy at the time. The text provides insights into the complexities of Venetian governance as it faces external threats and internal dissent, illustrating the challenges to maintain power in a turbulent period. The opening of the volume presents a detailed narrative of the Venetian Senate's decision-making during the military crisis of 1509. It recounts the circumstances leading to their choice to abandon territories in the face of overwhelming opposition, the shifting allegiances among Italian states, and the precarious balance of power with foreign nations like France and Germany. As the narrative unfolds, the reader is introduced to various key figures, including military leaders and political allies, highlighting their roles in the evolving conflict as Venice strives to regain control and influence over its provinces, particularly Padova and its surrounding regions. The tone is analytical and reflects the author's comprehensive approach to chronicling the historical complexities of the Venetian Republic during this tumultuous era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Sismondi, J.-C.-L. Simonde de (Jean-Charles-Léonard Simonde), 1773-1842
Title Storia delle repubbliche italiane dei secoli di mezzo, v. 14 (of 16)
Credits Produced by Claudio Paganelli, Carlo Traverso, Barbara
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 30.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Italian
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Italy -- History
Category Text
eBook-No. 44363
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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