The Makers of Florence: Dante, Giotto, Savonarola and Their City is a historical book written by Mrs. Oliphant. The book takes readers on a journey through the history of Florence, Italy, and explores the lives and legacies of three of its most famous and influential figures: Dante, Giotto, and Savonarola. The book begins with an introduction to the city of Florence, its history, and its political and cultural significance during the 14th and 15th centuries. From there, the book delves into the biographies of Dante, Giotto, and Savonarola, exploring their personal lives, their contributions to the city of Florence, and their impact on the world of art, literature, and politics.Throughout the book, Mrs. Oliphant weaves together historical facts, anecdotes, and personal insights to create a vivid and engaging portrait of Florence and its most famous citizens. She explores the city's artistic and cultural heritage, its turbulent political history, and the ways in which Dante, Giotto, and Savonarola helped shape its destiny.The Makers of Florence is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Italy, the Renaissance, or the lives of these three iconic figures. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of Florence during one of the most exciting and transformative periods in its history.1891. Extra illustrated edition, with portrait of Savonarola engraved by C.H. Jeens, fifty illustrations engraved on wood from drawings by Professor Delamotte, and twenty reproductions of pictures by Florentine artists, and now in churches or galleries in Florence. Mrs. Oliphant has written biographies of the poet Dante, the cathedral builders, the monks of San Marco, Michael Angelo and others. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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. Read more Continue reading Read less
