Julius II.: The Renaissance Pope: Power, Reform, and the Renaissance in the Eternal City - Hardcover

Serbelloni, Andrea

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3384458311 ISBN 13: 9783384458315

Verlag: tredition, 2024

Inhaltsangabe

Step into the turbulent world of Renaissance Rome, where art, politics, and religion collided under the leadership of one of history's most dynamic pontiffs. Julius II: The Renaissance Pope by Andrea Serbelloni unravels the extraordinary life of Giuliano della Rovere, the man who reshaped the Catholic Church and the Eternal City itself. From his bold military campaigns to reclaim and expand the Papal States to his unparalleled patronage of the arts―commissioning the Sistine Chapel ceiling and inspiring Michelangelo’s genius―Julius II’s reign embodied the ambition and complexity of the Renaissance. This compelling biography dives deep into his dual role as both warrior and reformer, examining his relentless pursuit of power alongside his vision for a revitalized Church. Serbelloni vividly portrays the drama of Julius II’s rise to the papacy, his masterful navigation of European politics, and his enduring influence on the cultural and spiritual identity of the Vatican. With meticulous research and gripping storytelling, this book reveals the Renaissance Pope not only as a formidable leader but as a visionary who left an indelible mark on history. Perfect for history enthusiasts and lovers of the Renaissance alike, Julius II: The Renais-sance Pope is a captivating journey through the life of a man who transformed an era.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: tredition
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 3384458311
• ISBN 13: 9783384458315
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 258
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: tredition GmbH; gpsr@tredition.com; ; Heinz-Beusen-Stieg 5; Ahrensburg; 22926; Deutschland