The 1667 earthquake in Dubrovnik resulted in over 3,000 fatalities and the destruction of most buildings, including cultural treasures like books and manuscripts. Losses included those in monastic libraries and private collections. The disaster marked a significant pivot in the city's history, deeply affecting its intellectual heritage. The surviving fragments reveal remarkable women who challenged patriarchal norms through philosophy. By the end of the 16th century, Dubrovnik thrived with urban innovations and cultural vibrancy, showcasing its strength and modernity to the outside world, as a key maritime power.
The earthquake on 6 April 1667 devastated Dubrovnik, claiming at least 3,000 lives and destroying most of the city’s buildings, including its cultural treasures.
The disaster marked a turning point in the city’s urban and political history, inflicting a deep scar on its intellectual heritage with the loss of countless manuscripts.
Remarkable women emerged from the surviving fragments of history, daring to challenge patriarchy through philosophical arguments during a time when such attempts were rare.
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