9780243908110 - Esequie Della Regina Maria: Celebrate in Firenze Per Ordine Del Serenissimo Granduca Di Toscana Nell'insigne Collegiata Di San Lorenzo Il Dì 23 Di Settembre 1642 Cl... (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a compilation of devout practices and mourning rituals, is set against the backdrop of the author's deep-rooted grief over the loss of Maria de Medici, Queen of France and Navarre. The author, an ecclesiastical dignitary of Florence, vividly describes the elaborate ceremonies held in her honor at the Basilica of San Lorenzo, a hallowed Florentine landmark that had witnessed several historical events. Detailed accounts of funeral decor, musical performances, and moving eulogies paint a picture of a community in mourning. Beyond the specifics of Maria de Medici's obsequies, the book delves into the rich cultural traditions surrounding death and remembrance in 17th-century Florence. It illuminates the deep Christian faith that permeated society, as well as the enduring belief in an afterlife and the importance of honoring the dead with dignity and grandeur. The author's vivid prose and keen observations make this book not only a valuable historical document but also a poignant meditation on loss, faith, and the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.