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Biographies of Historical Figures from Italy
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New biography by Walter Isaacson on Leonardo da Vinci.
Acclaimed PBS docuseries by Ken Burns included.
Explores da Vinci's art and scientific genius.
Based on extensive research of his notebooks.
Highlights creativity through curiosity and observation.
Details studies in anatomy, botany, and more.
Reveals the life of a true creative misfit.
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Price Range: $14.01
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Explores St. Catherine's remarkable, impactful life.
Highlights her role as a political powerhouse.
Describes her influence on popes and rulers.
Showcases her transformation into a prolific writer.
Examines her spiritual and feminist significance.
Provides a modern perspective on her legacy.
Engaging narrative praised by Publishers Weekly.
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Price Range: $2.99
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New biography by Walter Isaacson on Leonardo da Vinci.
Based on thousands of pages from da Vinci's notebooks.
Explores the connection between art and science.
Highlights creativity through curiosity and careful observation.
Reveals Leonardo's life as a creative genius.
Discusses his innovative studies across various disciplines.
Celebrates individuality and thinking differently in creativity.
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Price Range: $18.03
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Explore Leonardo da Vinci's fascinating life story.
Based on thousands of pages from his notebooks.
Connects his art with groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Highlights creativity through passionate curiosity and imagination.
Reveals his unique character and eclectic interests.
Describes his impact on both humanities and sciences.
Encourages readers to embrace their own creativity.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Vivid portrait of Lorenzo de' Medici's life.
Explores the artistic flowering of Renaissance Florence.
Lorenzo: brilliant statesman and cultural patron.
Friend to legendary artists like Michelangelo and Botticelli.
Political rivalries and threats shaped his reign.
Contrasting city of beauty and squalor.
Captures the essence of Italian Renaissance politics.
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Price Range: $3.99
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Instant New York Times Bestseller.
Explores power dynamics of Roman emperors.
Engaging questions about imperial life.
Combines epic narratives with daily realities.
Nuanced portrayal of sex, class, and politics.
Richly illustrated with 160 images.
Challenging common perceptions of emperors.
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Price Range: $19.99
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A captivating biography of Caterina Sforza.
Explores her life as a powerful Renaissance leader.
Details her fierce resistance against the Borgia family.
Highlights her political savvy and martial strength.
Offers rich insights into Renaissance Italy's tumultuous history.
Reveals Caterina's influence on future generations.
A compelling read for history and biography enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $13.59
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Explores Michelangelo's creation of the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
Written by acclaimed author Ross King.
Details Michelangelo's struggles and triumphs during painting.
Highlights historical context of early-sixteenth-century Italy.
Features rivalries with figures like Raphael and Luther.
Insightful look into art's connection with history.
A captivating narrative of creativity and perseverance.
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Price Range: $16.74
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Comprehensive biography of Enrico Fermi's life.
Explores Fermi's role in nuclear science breakthroughs.
Based on new archival material and interviews.
Highlights Fermi's complex personal and professional life.
Examines Fermi's contributions to modern physics history.
Insightful look at a charismatic scientific innovator.
Perfect for history and science enthusiasts alike.
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Price Range: $19.30
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Memoir of Primo Levi's life experiences.
Explores themes of love and friendship.
Details the Piedmontese Jewish community history.
Insightful perspective on Holocaust experiences.
Celebrates resilience in the face of tyranny.
Beautiful prose connecting personal and intellectual journeys.
Essential reading for understanding remembrance and resistance.
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Price Range: $26.26
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True story of survival during World War II.
Elsa's journey from Italy to America revealed.
Heartfelt memoir by Ralph Webster, her grandson.
Rich historical context of Mussolini's regime.
Desperate family escape from Nazi persecution.
Immersive narrative of Jewish refugees' struggles.
Explores themes of hope and resilience.
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Price Range: $21.83
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Explores Sister Benedetta Carlini's extraordinary life.
Documents earliest account of lesbianism in history.
Fascinating insights into Renaissance Italy's religious culture.
Detailed archival evidence of her dramatic story.
Highlights the tensions between faith and sexuality.
Reveals the rise and fall of a powerful woman.
Engaging narrative blending history and personal experiences.
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Price Range: $16.24
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Explores Italian heritage and culture.
Written by acclaimed author Joseph Luzzi.
Hardcover edition for durability and quality.
Published by Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.
Engaging personal narrative and insights.
Reflects on identity and belonging.
Perfect for lovers of Italy and culture.
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Price Range: $23.93
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Bestselling author Ross King explores Renaissance Florence.
Chronicles Vespasiano da Bisticci’s remarkable life.
Highlights the art of manuscript creation.
Describes the impact of the printing revolution.
Captures the spirit of intellectual exchange.
Features significant historical figures and events.
An ode to books and bookmaking history.
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Price Range: $13.99
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Explores Jewish life in Medici Florence.
Focuses on Benedetto Blanis's ambitions.
Reveals secrets of astrology and alchemy.
Based on new archival documents.
Highlights daily life in the Florentine Ghetto.
Uncovers intriguing historical dramas.
Shows truth is stranger than fiction.
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Price Range: $90.11
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Insightful analysis of Mussolini's complex life.
Explores his dramatic rise to power.
Details nuances of fascist ideology.
Examines Mussolini's controversial legacy.
Reveals public perception in Italy today.
Compelling narrative by Christopher Hibbert.
Essential read for history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $19.48
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Explore Italy's beauty through creative coloring.
Perfect for kids, teens, and adults alike.
Features delightful European cities and landscapes.
Encourages relaxation and stress relief.
Ideal gift for any special occasion.
Family-friendly and age-appropriate content.
60 pages of fun and creativity.
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Price Range: $7.99
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Thrilling biography of Edda Mussolini.
Influential figure in 1930s European politics.
Insights into the rise of fascism in Italy.
Explores Edda's marriage to Count Ciano.
Draws from newly released archival materials.
Portrait of a powerful, complex young woman.
Examines dictatorship's grip on a fragile society.
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Price Range: $16.99
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Journey through the East began in 1271.
Written by famous explorer Marco Polo.
Detailed encounters with diverse cultures and landscapes.
Edited by Milton Rugoff for modern readers.
Illustrates the splendor of the Mongol empire.
A captivating chronicle of medieval exploration.
Reveals unknown lands to European audiences.
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Price Range: $7.95
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Explore the life of Vespasiano da Bisticci.
Discover the Renaissance's vibrant manuscript culture.
Learn about Europe's most prolific bookseller.
Experience the shift from manuscript to printed books.
Engaging narrative filled with historical insights.
Delve into the art of bookmaking.
A captivating tribute to knowledge and literature.
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Price Range: $13.29
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Explores the notorious Borgia family's dark legacy.
Investigates their role in the Renaissance era.
Reveals paradoxes of power and morality.
Discusses infamous acts alongside remarkable art.
Examines hubris, corruption, and tragic downfall.
Connects historical context to their infamous reputation.
Offers a compelling narrative of intrigue and betrayal.
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Price Range: $18.99
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Explore Michelangelo's life during the Renaissance.
Discover his multifaceted talents: painter, sculptor, poet.
Learn about his rivalry with Leonardo da Vinci.
Uncover his humble beginnings and rise to fame.
Experience the chaotic world of art and politics.
Gain insights into his lasting artistic legacy.
Delve into his final days and reflections on life.
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Price Range: $6.08
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Explores post-war Polish Jewry's evolution.
Highlights Jewish contributions to religious traditions.
Examines the Holocaust's tragic impact.
Offers in-depth historical analysis and reflection.
Essential reading for Jewish history enthusiasts.
Part of the Studies in Jewish History series.
Path-breaking perspectives on Jewish memory and identity.
Price Range: $67.95
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Explores Cato's life and political significance.
Addresses authoritarianism and modern political relevance.
Highlights Cato's influence on America's Founding Fathers.
Delves into Rome's turbulent political landscape.
Combines biography with historical analysis and insights.
Examines Cato's Stoic philosophy and personal principles.
Discusses Cato's struggle against tyranny and corruption.
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Price Range: $20.00
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Explores lives of Da Vinci, Machiavelli, and Borgia.
Details their fateful 1502 journey in Italy.
Investigates the nature of genius through their interactions.
Combines narrative history with meticulous research.
Highlights political manipulation and engineering expertise.
Reveals insights into Western historical transformation.
Offers a compelling read for history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $5.99
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Thrilling biography of Edda Mussolini.
Explores the rise of fascism in Italy.
Insightful analysis of Edda's powerful influence.
Reveals the complexities of dictatorship and control.
Based on newly released archival materials.
Presents a compelling portrait of a dangerous woman.
Captivating account of a turbulent historical era.
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Price Range: $15.52
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Discover the life of Giacomo Casanova.
Experience thrilling adventures and escapades.
Explore his notorious romances and conquests.
Learn about his youth in Venice.
Delve into his occult practices and beliefs.
Witness his dramatic imprisonment and escape.
Enjoy a masterful blend of storytelling and history.
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Price Range: $21.00
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Nostalgic memoir of an Italian grandmother's life.
Heartfelt reflections leading to granddaughter's wedding.
Set in early 1900s Sicily, rich in culture.
Romantic tale of longing and fate's twists.
Family bonds and challenges across generations explored.
Emotional journey from Sicily to America.
Celebrates love, friendship, and enduring memories.
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Price Range: $10.99
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Thrilling biography of Edda Mussolini.
Influential figure in 1930s Europe.
Examines Fascism’s rise in Italy.
Insights from newly released archival materials.
Explores power dynamics of dictatorship.
Powerful portrait of a complex woman.
Acclaimed author Caroline Moorehead's compelling narrative.
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Price Range: $22.04
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Collection of Mussolini's autobiographical works.
Insight into his rise and eventual fall.
First volume covers early life and political struggles.
Second volume details his last year in power.
Unique perspective on Fascism's founder.
Reveals personal reflections from two crucial periods.
Essential reading for history enthusiasts and scholars.
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Price Range: $20.16
