Lives of the Early Medici as Told in Their Correspondence

Lives Of The Early Medici As Told In Their Correspondence is a historical book written by Janet Ross. The book explores the lives of the early Medici family through their personal correspondence. The Medici family was one of the most powerful and influential families in Renaissance Florence, and this book provides an intimate look into their lives and the political and cultural climate of the time.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different member of the Medici family. The first part explores the life of Cosimo de' Medici, the founder of the Medici dynasty. The second part focuses on his grandson, Lorenzo de' Medici, who was known as ""The Magnificent."" The third part looks at the life of Lorenzo's son, Piero de' Medici, and the fourth and final part explores the lives of the lesser-known members of the family.The book is based on the personal correspondence of the Medici family, including letters, diaries, and other documents. Through these writings, readers can gain insight into the daily lives, thoughts, and emotions of the Medici family members. The book also provides a glimpse into the political and cultural events of the time, including the rise of the Renaissance and the power struggles of the Italian city-states.Overall, Lives Of The Early Medici As Told In Their Correspondence is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Renaissance history, the Medici family, or the cultural and political climate of 15th-century Italy.This Medici History Relies Heavily On The Writings Of The Medicis And Their Associates And Is The Only English Translation Of Many Of These Documents.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.