Arthurian Legend in Italian Literature (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161390285)

Arthurian Legend in Italian Literature is a comprehensive study of the influence of the Arthurian legend on Italian literature. Written by Edmund G. Gardner, this book explores the ways in which Italian writers have adapted and reimagined the story of King Arthur and his knights over the centuries. Beginning with the earliest references to Arthur in Italian literature, the book traces the evolution of the legend through the Middle Ages and Renaissance, and into the modern era. Along the way, Gardner examines the works of a wide range of Italian writers, from the anonymous authors of medieval romances to Dante, Petrarch, and Tasso, among others. Through his analysis, Gardner reveals the ways in which the Arthurian legend has been used by Italian writers to explore themes of love, chivalry, power, and betrayal, as well as to comment on the political and social issues of their time. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the Arthurian legend, Italian literature, or the intersection of the two.1930. Contents: early reference to Arthur in Italy, Merlin the prophet, the Holy Grail; Matter of Britain in the poets of the 13th century; Palamede and Rusticiano da Pisa; Tristano Riccardiano; Arthurian matter in the Novelle; Arthurian matter in the Mare Amoroso and in the Intelligenza; some Tristan and Lancelot fragments; Dante and the Arthurian legend; Tavola Ritonda; Italian romances of Merlin; Matter of Britain in the poets of the Trecento and Boccaccio; Matter of Britain in the Cantari; Arthurianism of Boiardo and Ariosto; later treatment of Arthurian matter in Italy; with an appendix of an unpublished romance of the Old Table.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edmund G. Gardner
ISBN-10: 1161390286
ISBN-13: 9781161390285
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 396
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.64lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.88d