The Republic of Ragusa: An Episode of the Turkish Conquest
By Luigi Villari
Length7h 9m
About this audiobook
In "The Republic of Ragusa: An Episode of the Turkish Conquest," Luigi Villari meticulously examines the historical landscape of the Republic of Ragusa, now known as Dubrovnik, during the tumultuous period of the Turkish expansion in the 15th and 16th centuries. Villari's narrative weaves a rich tapestry of political intrigue, social dynamics, and cultural exchanges, capturing the essence of a city-state that not only survived but thrived amidst the encroaching Ottoman Empire. His prose is characterized by a blend of analytical rigor and engaging storytelling, offering readers both scholarly insight and narrative depth, thereby placing Ragusa within the broader context of Mediterranean history and its complex interactions with the Ottoman world. Luigi Villari, an Italian historian and diplomat, was profoundly influenced by his exposure to the Balkans and Ottoman culture during his travels. His works often reflect his deep appreciation for the rich tapestry of history and the resilience of smaller nations. This background, coupled with Villari's commitment to providing an accurate portrayal of historical events, is evident in his careful detailing of Ragusa's diplomatic maneuvers and cultural exchanges, capturing the essence of its unique identity during a period of crisis. "The Republic of Ragusa" is an essential read for students and scholars of history alike. Villari's detailed account enriches our understanding of not only Ragusa but also the broader implications of the Turkish conquest on European geopolitics. Those interested in the intertwining narratives of resilience and vulnerability in the face of imperial power will find Villari's work to be both illuminating and thought-provoking.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length7 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER II THE FOUNDATION AND EARLY HISTORY OF THE CITY (656-1204)
2I.—THE CONSTITUTION AND THE LAWS, 1204-1276.
3II.—SERVIAN AND BOSNIAN WARS, 1276-1358
4CHAPTER V THE TRADE OF RAGUSA
5CHAPTER VI ART IN THE THIRTEENTH AND FOURTEENTH CENTURIES
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6CHAPTER VII RAGUSA UNDER HUNGARIAN SUPREMACY—THE TURKISH INVASION, 1358-1420
7CHAPTER VIII THE TURKISH CONQUEST (1420-1526)
8CHAPTER IX TRADE AND INTERNAL CONDITIONS DURING THE HUNGARIAN PERIOD
9CHAPTER X RAGUSA INDEPENDENT OF HUNGARY (1526-1667)
10CHAPTER XI RAGUSAN SHIPS AND SEAMEN IN THE SERVICE OF SPAIN
11CHAPTER XII FROM THE EARTHQUAKE TO THE NAPOLEONIC WARS (1667-1797)
12CHAPTER XIII ART SINCE THE YEAR 1358
13CHAPTER XIV LITERATURE
14CHAPTER XV THE FALL OF THE REPUBLIC
15COMMERCIAL HISTORIES
16SPECIAL HISTORIES
17ART AND LITERATURE
18TOPOGRAPHY AND TRAVEL
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