Vita di Andrea Doria, Volume II by Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi
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| Author | Guerrazzi, Francesco Domenico, 1804-1873 |
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| Title | Vita di Andrea Doria, Volume II |
| Note | Reading ease score: 12.3 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Vita di Andrea Doria, Volume II" by Francesco Domenico Guerrazzi is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the life and exploits of the renowned naval leader Andrea Doria, particularly detailing his role in significant military events against the Turks and his interactions with various historical figures like Emperor Charles V and the notorious Ferdinando Cortez. The opening of the volume sets the scene for an intense maritime conflict, describing a crucial moment when a fleet commanded by Carlo encounters both fierce storms and enemy forces off the coast of Algeria. As the expedition unfolds, the narrative introduces various characters and their strategic decisions amid chaos, painting a vivid picture of the dire circumstances faced by the imperial army. The detailed depiction of battles, weather challenges, and individual bravery highlights the historical significance of this period and the pivotal role of Doria as a commanding figure in naval warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Doria, Andrea, 1466-1560 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46101 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 175 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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