Memoirs of the Dukes of Urbino, Volume 1 (of 3) Illustrating the Arms, Arts, and Literature of Italy, from 1440 To 1630.

"Memoirs of the Dukes of Urbino, Volume 1 (of 3)" by James Dennistoun is a journey into Renaissance Italy, spotlighting the influential Dukes of Urbino from 1440 to 1630 and the opening volume describes the historical figures and the world in which they operated. The story paints a picture of how warfare, artistic expression, and the written word intertwined under their rule, shaping both the duchy and Italian society. The book promises insight into the dukes' impact, particularly highlighting Duke Federigo and his son Guidobaldo. The author shares how the story is the culmination of intensive research in libraries and archives, aiming to reveal the hidden stories and cultural achievements of the Dukes' influential rule.