Maria-Anita Ronchini
Italian researcher and writer Maria Anita holds an MA in History with a focus in Jewish Studies from LMU Munich and a BA in History from the University of Bologna.
Articles by Maria-Anita Ronchini
The Irregular History of the Leaning Tower of PisaWith its southward slope, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world.
7 Books to Understand Italy’s Turbulent HistoryThe complex history of Italy from the Middle Ages to WWII through 7 fascinating books.
The complex history of Italy from the Middle Ages to WWII through 7 fascinating books.
How the Suez Canal Bridged Two WorldsBuilt from 1859 to 1869, the Suez Canal established a direct route between East and West.
Built from 1859 to 1869, the Suez Canal established a direct route between East and West.
How the Spice Trade Redrew the World MapIn the 15th and 16th centuries, the desire to expand and control the spice trade was one of the driving forces behind the Age of Exploration.
In the 15th and 16th centuries, the desire to expand and control the spice trade was one of the driving forces behind the Age of Exploration.
The Story of Christopher Columbus and His 4 Atlantic VoyagesBetween 1492 and 1504, Christopher Columbus made four voyages to what he believed to be the East. Instead, he “discovered” a new continent: America.
Between 1492 and 1504, Christopher Columbus made four voyages to what he believed to be the East. Instead, he “discovered” a new continent: America.
How Francesco Petrarch Shaped Humanism & Paved the Way to the RenaissanceItalian poet Francesco Petrarch became one of the most influential humanist scholars of the 14th century, paving the way to the Renaissance.
9 Facts About the Italian Mystic Saint Catherine of SienaSaint Catherine of Siena was one of the most influential Catholic mystics in the 14th century. Here are 9 facts you need to know about her.
Saint Catherine of Siena was one of the most influential Catholic mystics in the 14th century. Here are 9 facts you need to know about her.
What Was the Council of Trent? (History & Legacy)The Council of Trent (1545-1563) was the Roman Catholic Church’s response to the Protestant Reformation. It is commonly regarded as the beginning of the Counter-Reformation.
The Murder That Nearly Toppled MussoliniIn June 1924, Giacomo Matteotti, a prominent opponent of fascism, was kidnapped and murdered by a group of fascists in Rome.
In June 1924, Giacomo Matteotti, a prominent opponent of fascism, was kidnapped and murdered by a group of fascists in Rome.
How the Pazzi Family Conspired to Overthrow the MedicisThe Pazzi Conspiracy was a failed coup organized by the Pazzi family to overthrow Medici rule in 15th-century Florence.
How Two Medicis Became Popes & Shaped European HistoryIn the first half of the 16th century, the powerful Medici family secured its hold on Rome with two popes: Leo X and Clement VII.
In the first half of the 16th century, the powerful Medici family secured its hold on Rome with two popes: Leo X and Clement VII.
How France Overthrew Its King (Again) in the July Revolution of 1830In 1830, a second French Revolution, also known as the July Days, overthrew King Charles X and saw the rise of the French bourgeoisie.
In 1830, a second French Revolution, also known as the July Days, overthrew King Charles X and saw the rise of the French bourgeoisie.