The Anxieties of a Citizen Class: The Miracles of the True Cross of San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice 1370-1480
by
Kiril Petkov
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
289
Language
English
Published
Jan 2, 2014
Publisher
Brill Academic Pub
ISBN-10
9004259155
ISBN-13
9789004259157
Description
Kiril Petkov explores a pivotal period in Venetian history, delving into the intertwining of faith and civic identity through a fascinating lens. He meticulously examines the renowned miracles attributed to the True Cross of San Giovanni Evangelista, illustrating how these events influenced the social fabric of Venice from 1370 to 1480.
Petkov's analysis reveals the anxieties faced by the emerging citizen class, grappling with their roles in a rapidly evolving society. He provides a compelling narrative that not only highlights the religious fervor of the time but also showcases the broader implications for communal identity and civic responsibility, inviting readers to reflect on the complex interplay between belief and belonging.
Petkov's analysis reveals the anxieties faced by the emerging citizen class, grappling with their roles in a rapidly evolving society. He provides a compelling narrative that not only highlights the religious fervor of the time but also showcases the broader implications for communal identity and civic responsibility, inviting readers to reflect on the complex interplay between belief and belonging.
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