Francesco Guicciardini, a sixteenth-century papal advisor and power broker, authored extensive writings during his service to the Medici. This volume presents a chronological account of his career, highlighting his philosophy of self-interest. Despite his influential position, Guicciardini's perspective often overlooked the needs of others and ultimately backfired, failing to serve his own interests effectively. The texts reveal the complexities of his character and the limitations of his worldview.
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Francesco Guicciardini fu uno storico e statista italiano, riconosciuto come un pensatore politico fondamentale del Rinascimento italiano. Il suo capolavoro, La Storia d'Italia, stabilì uno stile pionieristico nella storiografia. Sostenne meticolosamente le sue argomentazioni con fonti governative, offrendo analisi realistiche delle persone e degli eventi della sua epoca. Il suo lavoro rimane essenziale per la comprensione del pensiero politico e della scrittura storica del Rinascimento.




- 2021
- 2006
The book offers an in-depth analysis of the political landscape of Florence during Guicciardini's era. Through a dialogue format, it explores the complexities of governance, providing insights into the political dynamics and challenges of the time. This English translation makes a significant historical text accessible to a broader audience, highlighting Guicciardini's critical examination of power and politics.
- 1982
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- 303pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
Translated by Mario Domandi, Introduction by Nicolai Rubinstein