""The Age of the Condottieri"" by Oscar Browning is a concise historical account of medieval Italy from 1409 to 1530. The book focuses on the period when Italy was dominated by the mercenary captains known as condottieri, who were hired by various city-states to fight their battles. The author explores the political, social, and economic changes that occurred during this period, including the rise of the Medici family in Florence, the papacy's struggles for power, and the emergence of the Italian Renaissance. Browning also examines the military tactics and strategies of the condottieri, their impact on Italian society, and their role in shaping the future of Italy. The book provides a comprehensive overview of this fascinating period in Italian history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the country's cultural and political heritage.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1895 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.