A History of the Italian Republics (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781434460653)

A History of the Italian Republics explores the rise, development, and decline of the independent city-states that defined Italy's political and cultural landscape from the medieval era to the Renaissance. Sismondi delves into the unique governance structures, artistic achievements, and military struggles that shaped cities like Florence, Venice, and Milan. This work offers a detailed account of how these republics influenced the broader history of Europe, making it essential reading for those interested in the dynamics of power, culture, and progress in Italy's storied past.

Jean Charles Leonard de Sismondi (1773-1842), whose real name was Simonde, was a writer born at Geneva. He is best known for his works on French and Italian history, and his economic ideas.