The book "The History of Florence and Events in Italy from the Earliest Times to the Death of Lorenzo the Great" by Niccolò Machiavelli is an important work that explores the history of Florence and Italy as a whole. In his book, Machiavelli not only reveals the events that took place in these lands, but also analyzes the political strategies, power, intrigues and influential figures that left a big mark on the history of that time. The author examines in detail the period of development of the Florentine republican government and important events that shaped the political picture of Italy at that time. His work is a valuable source for understanding the history and politics not only of Florence, but also of all of Italy during the Renaissance.