Scipione Ammirato was an Italian author, philosopher and historian who lived during the Renaissance. He is regarded as an important figure in the history of political thought.
Ammirato's best-known work is the political treatise Discorsi sopra... Wikipedia
Born: October 7, 1531, Lecce, Italy
Died: January 11, 1601 (age 69 years), Florence, Italy
Notable work: Discorsi sopra Cornelio Tacito; Istorie Fiorentine
Resting place: Florence Cathedral