Francesco Petrarca, Thomas Wentworth Higginson

Fifteen Sonnets of Petrarch

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Produktbeschreibung

Experience the enduring power of love and longing with "Fifteen Sonnets of Petrarch." This collection showcases the timeless beauty and profound emotion of Francesco Petrarca's iconic sonnets, offering a glimpse into the heart of the Renaissance. A cornerstone of Italian poetry, Petrarch's work explores themes of love, beauty, and the human condition with unparalleled artistry. These meticulously prepared translations capture the essence of Petrarch's original verse, allowing readers to appreciate the masterful craftsmanship and enduring appeal of his words. Dive into the world of classic love poetry and discover why Petrarch remains one of the most influential figures in literary history. This edition provides access to a selection of his most celebrated works, solidifying Petrarch's place as a master of the sonnet form and a pivotal figure in the development of European literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 77g
• ISBN-13: 9781023195263
• ISBN-10: 1023195267
• Artikelnr.: 74105162

Autorenporträt

Francesco Petrarca, known as Petrarch in the English-speaking world (July 20, 1304 - July 19, 1374), was an Italian scholar, poet, and one of the earliest humanists. Petrarch's rediscovery of Cicero's letters is often credited with initiating the 14th-century Renaissance and the founding of Renaissance humanism. His sonnets were admired and imitated throughout Renaissance Europe and became a model for lyrical poetry. He is most renowned for his 'Canzoniere,' a collection of vernacular poems dedicated to his idealized love, Laura. Among this collection, his 'Fifteen Sonnets of Petrarch' exhibit the intricate poetic form and complex emotional themes characteristic of his work. He also composed epic Latin verse, including the 'Africa,' and was well known for his Latin writings on morality. His classical scholarship and ethical writings, such as 'De vita solitaria' and 'De otio religioso,' respectively, reflect his personal introspection and the spirit of the era. His efforts in philology contributed to the refinement of the Italian vernacular and his sonnets solidified the standard form for the Petrarchan sonnet, marked by an octave with a rhyme scheme of abbaabba, followed by a sestet typically rhyming cdecde or cdcdcd. As a result of his work, Petrarch is often called the 'father of humanism' and his literary achievements bestowed upon him the laurel wreath, a symbol of supreme poetic accomplishment during his lifetime.