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Savonarola, the Florentine Martyr: A Reformer Before the Reformation (1880)

Savonarola, the Florentine Martyr: A Reformer Before the Reformation (1880)

Warren, Elizabeth

Hardcover

Religion General CatholicismChristian Living

ISBN10: 1436581141
ISBN13: 9781436581141
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 236
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Savonarola, The Florentine Martyr: A Reformer Before The Reformation is a historical book written by Elizabeth Warren and published in 1880. The book tells the story of Girolamo Savonarola, an Italian Dominican friar and preacher who lived in the late 15th century in Florence, Italy. Savonarola was a significant figure in the religious and political upheavals that occurred in Florence during the Renaissance period. He was known for his fiery sermons, which criticized the corruption of the Catholic Church and the wealthy ruling class.Warren's book provides a detailed account of Savonarola's life, from his early years as a monk to his rise to prominence as a preacher and reformer in Florence. The author explores the political and social context of Savonarola's time, including the power struggles between the Medici family and the papacy, and the growing discontent of the Florentine people with the Church's corruption.The book also delves into Savonarola's theological beliefs and his vision for a more just and equitable society. Warren examines the friar's controversial teachings on the role of the Church in society, the sinfulness of wealth and luxury, and the need for repentance and moral reform.Overall, Savonarola, The Florentine Martyr is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most fascinating and influential figures of the Renaissance. The book offers insights into the religious and political turmoil of the time and sheds light on the origins of the Protestant Reformation.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.

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