Katarina Mediči

Katarina Mediči

Ivo Luzzati

Catherine de' Medici (1965) by Ivo Luzzatti is a detailed account of the life of Catherine de' Medici (1519–1589), a Florentine noblewoman and French queen, known for her political power during the Wars of Religion in France.

The book, part of the series “Queens – They Ruled the World,” follows her life from her childhood in Renaissance Italy, her marriage to Henry II of France, to her role as regent and mother to three kings (Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III). Luzzatti portrays Catherine as a complex figure: an intelligent, pragmatic, and controversial ruler who sought to preserve the monarchy amid the conflict between Catholics and Huguenots.

The novel explores her involvement in events such as St. Bartholomew’s Day (1572), where she was accused of organizing the massacre of Protestants, although Luzzatti offers a more nuanced view of her role. Through diplomatic intrigue, her daughters’ marriages, and alliances, Catherine balanced between factions, often facing distrust due to her Italian ancestry.

The book highlights her cultural legacy, including her promotion of art and architecture, and her ability to survive in a male-dominated world of politics. Luzzatti's style combines historical accuracy with narrative vividness, creating a portrait of a woman whose strength and controversy marked French history.

Original title
Caterina de' Medici
Translation
Ante Rojnić
Graphics design
Boris Dogan
Dimensions
19 x 14 cm
Pages
387
Publisher
Epoha, Novi Sad, 1966.
 
Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
Language: Croatian.

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