Excerpt from Savonarola
One of the Popes - Pius VIL - is reported to have said that when he got to heaven he should begin by asking whether Savonarola was a saint or a schismatic, a prophet or a charlatan. That was long a keenly de bated question, and for generations the controversies waged over it had an absorbing attraction for many minds. Those controversies have in large measure subsided, yet the life-story out of which they sprang possesses a singular fascination still, owing partly to its dramatic surprises and the picturesque impressive ness of its outstanding incidents, and partly also to the momentous character of the movements and changes that marked the period to which it belongs.
In this volume an attempt is made to describe the figure which the great Dominican presented in his day and the work he strove to accomplish, as well as to indicate the place in history which may reasonably be claimed for him; and in performing this task my endeavour has been to introduce such touches of local colouring as may aid the reader in realising the scenes depicted.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life of Girolamo Savonarola, a Dominican monk who sought to reform the Catholic Church and society in Florence during the 15th century. The author provides a vivid account of the period's political, social, and religious upheaval, highlighting the challenges Savonarola faced. By examining his sermons, writings, and actions, the book delves into themes of morality, faith, and the struggle for spiritual renewal. Savonarola's fiery sermons and unwavering commitment to truth captivated Florence, yet ultimately led to his tragic end. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex religious and political landscape of the Italian Renaissance and the enduring legacy of a man who dared to challenge the status quo. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781331805786_0
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