Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of Vittorio Alfieri (1821) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104146047)

Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Vittorio Alfieri is an autobiographical work written by Vittorio Alfieri, an Italian dramatist and poet. The book was first published in 1821, after Alfieri's death, and provides a detailed account of his life, including his childhood, education, travels, and literary career. Alfieri was born into a noble family in Piedmont, Italy, in 1749. He spent much of his childhood in Turin, where he received a classical education and developed a passion for literature and the arts. In his early twenties, he embarked on a grand tour of Europe, which exposed him to the cultural and political ideas of the Enlightenment. Upon returning to Italy, Alfieri began writing plays and poetry in Italian, which he saw as a way to promote the ideals of freedom and democracy. His works were often critical of the ruling class and the Catholic Church, and he became known as one of the leading voices of the Italian Enlightenment. Throughout his life, Alfieri struggled with personal demons, including a difficult relationship with his mother and a series of failed romantic relationships. He also suffered from health problems, including a speech impediment and bouts of depression. Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Vittorio Alfieri provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Italy's most important literary figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian literature, the Enlightenment, or the history of Italy.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: Vittorio Alfieri,Charles Lloyd
ISBN-10: 1104146045
ISBN-13: 9781104146047
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/04/2009
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d