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The Scarith of Scornello

- A Tale of Renaissance Forgery

About The Scarith of Scornello

Traces the career of the young scam artist Curzio Inghirami whose "findings" reached the Vatican shortly after Galileo was condemned by the inquisition, inspiring participants on both sides of the affair to clash again - this time over Etruscan history. Written with humor and energy the author tells about Curzio's far-reaching pranks.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780226730370
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 192
  • Published:
  • November 14, 2005
  • Edition:
  • Dimensions:
  • 13x20x2 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 312 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 18, 2024

Description of The Scarith of Scornello

Traces the career of the young scam artist Curzio Inghirami whose "findings" reached the Vatican shortly after Galileo was condemned by the inquisition, inspiring participants on both sides of the affair to clash again - this time over Etruscan history. Written with humor and energy the author tells about Curzio's far-reaching pranks.

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