History of the City of Rome in the Middle Ages

by Ferdinand Gregorovius

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Ferdinand Gregorovius (1821-1891) was a celebrated German medieval historian. After studying philosophy and theology at the University of Ko?nigsberg, Gregorovius moved to Rome in 1852, and became immersed in researching the medieval history of the city. First published in 1872, his monumental study of medieval Rome was the first modern account of the subject, and became the standard reference. This English translation of the fourth German edition appeared between 1894 and 1902. In his work show more Gregorovius discusses the political, social and cultural changes in the city from 400 to 1534, making extensive use of primary sources. Gregorovius also includes the Renaissance in his study, showing how medieval thought and events influenced political and cultural life and thought during the Renaissance. Volume 5, Part 1 covers the period 1200-1260, and examines the relationship between Pope Innocent III and the Holy Roman Emperor Fredrick II. show less

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There are 11 books in the set (not sure how to enter this):
Vol I AD 400-568
Vol II
Vol III
Vol IV part 1
Vol IV part 2
Vol V Part 1
Vol V Part 2
Vol VI Part 1
Vol VI part 2
Vol VII Part 1
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Canonical title: History of the City of Rome in the Middle Ages
Original title: Geschichte der Stadt Rom im Mittelalter
Original publication date: 1871
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First words*: Das Jahrzehnt nach 1848/49, an dessen Ende die "Geschichte der Stadt Rom im Mittelalter" von Ferdinand Gregorovius zu erscheinen begann, ist für den Fortgang der Ereignisse bis in unsere Gegenwart hinein von eminenter Bedeut... (show all)ung.
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