Cronica Di Giovanni Villani

Cronica di Giovanni Villani, Volume 1, is a meticulously revised edition of Giovanni Villani's seminal chronicle of Florence. Brought to publication in 1844, this edition, edited by Ignazio Moutier and Francesco Gherardi Dragomanni, benefits from a critical examination and comparison of available manuscripts to provide the most accurate rendering of Villani's original work.
Villani's chronicle offers invaluable insights into the political, economic, and social life of Florence and Italy during the Medieval and early Renaissance periods. This volume provides a detailed account of key events, figures, and developments, offering a rich tapestry of Florentine history as seen through the eyes of a contemporary observer. Essential for scholars and enthusiasts of Italian history, the Cronica remains a cornerstone of historical literature.
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