How Florence Invented America: Vespucci, Verrazzano, & Mazzei and Their Contribution to the Conception of the New World [Paperback]

Giancarlo Masini (Author), Iacopo Gori (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1999

Cultural Writing. Italian American Studies. Co-written by Iacopo Gori. Three Florentines --Amerigo Vespucci, Giovanni da Verazzano, and Filippo Mazzei --made indispensible contributions to America's "discovery" and to the democratic ideals upon which the republic was founded.

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"HOW FLORENCE INVENTED AMERICA" makes a valuable contribution to the study and enjoyment of our nation's history. It is a well-written reminder of the debt we owe to the Italian people for more than five hundred years of cultural inspiration and nourishment . . . a dazzling reminder of the unique power of the great City of Florence" -- Mario M. Cuomo 7/19/99

Language Notes

Text: English
Original Language: Italian

Product Details

• Paperback: 158 pages
• Publisher: Marsilio Pub; 1 edition (May 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1568860609
• ISBN-13: 978-1568860602
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,552,999 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amerigo understood!, December 28, 2011

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This review is from: How Florence Invented America: Vespucci, Verrazzano, & Mazzei and Their Contribution to the Conception of the New World (Paperback)

This book brought Amerigo to life in his times. It was especially rich in its depictions of politics, comradery with Columbus and the the depth of his bigger view.

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE THREE BALORDI, February 21, 2000

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This review is from: How Florence Invented America: Vespucci, Verrazzano, & Mazzei and Their Contribution to the Conception of the New World (Paperback)

Absolutely, the most interesting book ever written about three Florentines who have given big contribution to the discovery and development of the New World. I have met both authors, I have asked to the young Iacopo Gori, more than once, which of the three characters described in the book have captured the most his interest, while writing. Well, the answer I got was always some how different and interesting. The reason is in the book, which is well written and it is easy and pleasant to read also for non historians. You do not get annoyed, but fascinated with all the events, travelling on the boat with Amerigo Vespucci and Giovanni da Verrazzano or in the mind of Filippo Mazzei and most of all in the mind of Iacopo Gori. Recommended for all, left or right oriented.