*Memoirs of the Dukes of Urbino, Volume 2 (of 3). Illustrating the Coats of Arms, Art and Literature of Italy 1440 to 1630* is author James Denniston's landmark study of Italian Renaissance art and literature. The second volume of this book is filled with rich information and detailed illustrations that reveal the cultural heritage of Italy from the 15th century to the Baroque period. The author tells about the life and activities of the dukes of Urbino, reveals their achievements in the field of art, and also gives readers the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the history of Italy, its culture and values. This book will be an essential supplement for those interested in the history and art of Italy in the early modern periods.