Marsiglis Europe, 1680-1730: The Life and Times of Luigi Ferdinando Marsigli, Soldier and Virtuoso

by John Stoye

Count Luigi Marsigli (1658-1730) was a nobleman, Habsburg general, emissary of popes, scientist, and patron of the arts and letters. His fascinating life and activities--recounted for the first time by the eminent historian John Stoye--illuminate the many worlds of European civilization during this important period.

Born in Bologna, Marsigli traveled throughout Europe from Istanbul to London, but spent much of his time in the Balkan countries...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300055420
• ISBN13: 9780300055429
• Release Date: March 1994
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.4" x 9.5"