Out and About in Florence: A Literary Guide to the City's Most Enchanting Hidden Corners

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, is a city steeped in literary history. From Dante to Machiavelli, the Medici to Vasari, countless writers have drawn inspiration from its enchanting streets and stunning architecture.

In Out and About in Florence, you'll discover the secret gardens, hidden courtyards, and enchanting alleyways that inspired some of the world's greatest works of literature.

Out and About in Florence: Join Me on a Treasure Hunt

by Gunhild Hexamer

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Language	:	English
File size	:	141360 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	188 pages
Paperback	:	186 pages
Grade level	:	7 - 9
Item Weight	:	1.27 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.69 x 9.21 inches
Hardcover	:	286 pages

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With this comprehensive guide in hand, you'll embark on a literary pilgrimage through the heart of Florence, following in the footsteps of the city's most famous authors. You'll explore the places where they lived, worked, and found inspiration.

Out and About in Florence is the perfect companion for any traveler who wants to experience the city's literary heritage firsthand. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Italian literature or simply looking to discover Florence's hidden gems, this guide will lead you to the most enchanting corners of this magical city.

Chapter 1: In the Footsteps of Dante

Dante Alighieri, the father of the Italian language, was born in Florence in 1265. His masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is one of the most influential works of literature ever written. In this chapter, we'll follow in Dante's footsteps and explore the places that inspired his epic poem.

We'll visit the church where he first met Beatrice, the love of his life and the inspiration for his Divine Comedy. We'll also explore the narrow streets of the Oltrarno, the working-class neighborhood where Dante spent much of his life. And we'll climb to the top of Brunelleschi's Dome, where Dante had a vision of the heavens.

Chapter 2: The Medici and the Renaissance

The Medici family was one of the most powerful and influential families in Florence during the Renaissance. They were patrons of the arts and sciences, and they helped to make Florence the center of the Renaissance world.

In this chapter, we'll explore the Medici palaces and gardens, and we'll learn about the artists and writers who were supported by the Medici family. We'll also visit the Uffizi Gallery, which houses one of the world's finest collections of Renaissance art.

Chapter 3: Machiavelli and the Art of Politics

Niccolò Machiavelli was a Florentine diplomat and political philosopher who lived during the Renaissance. He is best known for his book The Prince, a treatise on how to acquire and maintain political power.

In this chapter, we'll explore the places where Machiavelli lived and worked. We'll also visit the Palazzo Vecchio, the seat of Florentine government, where Machiavelli served as a diplomat.

Chapter 4: Vasari and the Lives of the Artists

Giorgio Vasari was an Italian painter, architect, and writer who lived during the Renaissance. He is best known for his book The Lives of the Artists, a collection of biographies of the most important artists of the Renaissance.

In this chapter, we'll explore the places where Vasari lived and worked. We'll also visit the Vasari Corridor, a secret passageway that connects the Uffizi Gallery to the Palazzo Pitti.

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Out and About in Florence: Join Me on a Treasure Hunt

by Gunhild Hexamer

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	141360 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	188 pages
Paperback	:	186 pages
Grade level	:	7 - 9
Item Weight	:	1.27 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.69 x 9.21 inches
Hardcover	:	286 pages

FREE