John Hawkwood
- 480 páginas
- 17 horas de lectura
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 Libros
William Caferro se especializa en la historia de la Italia medieval y renacentista, y su investigación se centra en la transición de los períodos medieval y renacentista, particularmente en relación con las fuerzas económicas. Su trabajo analiza cómo estos factores económicos influyeron en los cambios cruciales de la época. Caferro examina las complejidades y la definición del período "Renacentista" en sí mismo, ofreciendo a los lectores una comprensión más profunda del contexto histórico. A través de sus investigaciones, disecciona cómo estas épocas históricas fueron entendidas e interpretadas dentro del debate historiográfico.
Petrarch's War
- 242 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
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 páginas
- 10 horas de lectura
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.