Storia degli Italiani, vol. 10 (di 15) by Cesare Cantù
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"Storia degli Italiani, vol. 10 (di 15)" by Cesare Cantù is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume appears to focus on the Italian Renaissance, specifically examining the cultural and artistic developments during the era of Pope Leo X. The text likely offers an analysis of various artistic figures and movements, detailing the impact of classical influences and the evolution of the arts in Italy. The opening of
this historical account introduces the vitality of the republican times as a backdrop for the flourishing artistic scene under Leo X. Cantù discusses how the desire to capture visible beauty fed into the creation of art, emphasizing the Italian artists' shift from medieval traditions to a renewed engagement with classical models. The text further highlights key architectural advancements, including the works of renowned figures like Filippo Brunelleschi and Leon Battista Alberti, illustrating the integration of science and aesthetics in their designs. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a detailed exploration of artistic achievements, societal conditions, and the pivotal figures of the Renaissance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cantù, Cesare, 1804-1895 |
|---|---|
| Title | Storia degli Italiani, vol. 10 (di 15) |
| Original Publication | Italy: Unione Tipografico-Editrice, 1874, pubdate 1877. |
| Credits | Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 28.0 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Italy -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70898 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2023 |
| Last Update | Jun 4, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 933 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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