Ave Roma Immortalis, Vol. 2 : Studies from the Chronicles of Rome

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion), 1854-1909.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Ave Roma Immortalis, Vol. 2" by Francis Marion Crawford is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work examines the chronicles of Rome, diving into the rich and turbulent history of the city through different regions and eras. The narrative brings to life notable figures such as Nicholas Gabrini, known as Rienzi, who played a pivotal role in the political dynamics of Rome during a chaotic period. The opening of the volume introduces the Seventh Region, Regola, highlighting its complex legacy, which includes the infamous Cenci family and the dramatic life of Rienzi. It paints a vivid picture of Rome's social fabric, characterized by a mixture of mechanics, Jews, and turbulent nobility. The focus is on the contrasting personalities that shaped the city's historical landscape, specifically the rise and fall of Rienzi, his aspirations for reform, and the inevitable chaos that followed his attempt to bring order to a city riddled with corruption and decay. This section sets the tone for an exploration of Rome's storied past, weaving together personal ambition and broader societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-04-25