Women Of Florence (1907)

Women of Florence is a historical non-fiction book written by Isidoro Del Lungo and originally published in 1907. The book explores the lives and experiences of women in Florence during the Renaissance period, focusing on their social and cultural roles, as well as their contributions to the city's artistic and intellectual achievements. Del Lungo delves into the lives of notable women such as Catherine de' Medici, Bianca Cappello, and Vittoria Colonna, as well as lesser-known figures like nuns, artisans, and courtesans. He examines the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society, including limited educational opportunities and the expectation to marry and bear children. The book also explores the ways in which women participated in the cultural and artistic movements of the time, including poetry, painting, and music. Del Lungo highlights the influence of women on the development of Renaissance art and literature, and their role in shaping the cultural identity of Florence. Overall, Women of Florence offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women in a pivotal moment in Italian history, and sheds light on their often-overlooked contributions to the city's cultural and intellectual legacy.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.