Children of the Promise: The Confraternity of the Purification and the Socialization of Youths in Florence, 1427-1785

ISBN-13: 9780199263325 / Angielski / Twarda / 2004 / 410 str.

Lorenzo Polizzotto

Opis

From its foundation in 1427 to its suppression in 1785, the Confraternity of the Purification gave Florentine youths the opportunity to channel their energy, formerly employed for selfish, often violent, ends into useful, social pursuits. This innovative study shows that the Purification made important contributions to Florentine political, theatrical, artistic and musical developments, and - above all - to European education practices.

Recenzje

...meticulously researched study, firmly grounded in archival research and a wide range of readings... Nothing short of brilliant, the volume is also a captivating read, well structured, well written and well produced...a splendid milestone in scholarship...