John Hawkwood
- 480 stránek
- 17 hodin čtení
Caferro has mined more than twenty archives in Britain and Italy, creating an authoritative portrait of Hawkwood as an extraordinary military leader, if not always an admirable human being.
William Caferro Knihy
William Caferro se specializuje na historii středověké a renesanční Itálie a jeho výzkum se zaměřuje na přechod od středověku k renesanci, zejména s ohledem na ekonomické síly. Jeho práce analyzuje, jak tyto ekonomické faktory ovlivnily zásadní posuny v této době. Caferro zkoumá spletitost a definici samotného „renesančního“ období, což čtenářům poskytuje hlubší porozumění historickému kontextu. Prostřednictvím svého zkoumání rozebírá, jak byly tyto historické periody chápány a interpretovány v rámci historické debaty.
Petrarch's War
- 242 stránek
- 9 hodin čtení
The book offers a fresh perspective on Florence's transformation following the Black Death, exploring the intricate interplay between its economic, literary, and social developments. It delves into how the plague reshaped the city's identity, influencing cultural and societal structures in profound ways. Through a detailed examination of this pivotal period, the author reveals the resilience and creativity that emerged in the wake of tragedy, highlighting the lasting impact on Florence's historical narrative.
Mercenary Companies and the Decline of Siena
- 276 stránek
- 10 hodin čtení
The book delves into the significant impact of mercenary companies, known as Free Companies, on Siena during the fourteenth century. It details how these private armies, led by figures like Werner of Urslingen, conducted numerous raids that devastated the city economically and socially. The author, William Caferro, illustrates the toll of extortion, pillage, and the resulting financial strain on Siena's government, which resorted to desperate measures to fund bribes and recover from compounded crises like plague and famine. This analysis reveals the broader implications of mercenary activities on urban governance and societal resilience.