John Hawkwood
- 480pages
- 17 heures de lecture
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 Livres
William Caferro se spécialise dans l'histoire de l'Italie médiévale et de la Renaissance, ses recherches se concentrant sur la transition des périodes médiévale et Renaissance, en particulier en ce qui concerne les forces économiques. Son travail analyse comment ces facteurs économiques ont influencé les changements cruciaux de l'époque. Caferro examine les complexités et la définition de la période "Renaissance" elle-même, offrant aux lecteurs une compréhension plus approfondie du contexte historique. À travers ses recherches, il dissèque comment ces époques historiques ont été comprises et interprétées dans le cadre du débat historiographique.
Petrarch's War
- 242pages
- 9 heures de lecture
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
- 276pages
- 10 heures de lecture
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.