Savonarola - Elbert Hubbard - Bog

Savonarola is a book written by Elbert Hubbard that tells the story of Girolamo Savonarola, an Italian Dominican friar and preacher who lived during the Renaissance period. The book delves into the life of Savonarola, his teachings, and his role in the political and religious upheaval that took place in Florence during the late 15th century.Hubbard's book provides a detailed account of Savonarola's early life and his journey towards becoming a religious leader. It explores his teachings on the importance of morality, virtue, and the need for reform within the Catholic Church. The book also highlights the political turmoil that was taking place in Florence during this time, with various factions vying for power and control.Savonarola's role in this political landscape is examined, including his attempts to establish a theocratic government in Florence and his eventual downfall at the hands of the ruling Medici family. The book also discusses the controversy surrounding Savonarola's teachings and his eventual excommunication from the Catholic Church.Overall, Hubbard's Savonarola offers readers a fascinating insight into the life and teachings of one of Italy's most controversial religious figures. It is a well-researched and engaging book that provides a comprehensive look at the political and religious landscape of Renaissance Florence.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Eminent Orators, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104095.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.