The Medici And The Italian Renaissance by Smeaton Oliphant is a comprehensive account of the Medici family and their role in the Italian Renaissance. The book begins with a brief history of the Medici family and their rise to power in Florence, Italy. It then delves into the cultural and artistic achievements of the Renaissance, highlighting the Medici's patronage of artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli. The book also explores...