Petrarch: His Life And Times (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548120798)

Petrarch: His Life And Times is a biography of the Italian poet and scholar Francesco Petrarca, commonly known as Petrarch. Written by H. C. Hollway-Calthrop, the book provides a detailed account of Petrarch's life, from his birth in 1304 to his death in 1374. The book explores Petrarch's upbringing in Italy, his education, and his early career as a lawyer. It also delves into his literary achievements, including his influential sonnets and his role in the development of the Italian language. Hollway-Calthrop also examines Petrarch's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and lovers. The book provides insight into Petrarch's political views and his involvement in the politics of his time. Overall, Petrarch: His Life And Times is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in Italian literature and culture. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a man who played a significant role in shaping the Renaissance.Accurate And Well-Written Account Of One Of The Most Fascinating Personalities Of Fourteenth Century History And Literature. Brings Petrarch And His Historical Period Into Extremely Sharp Focus.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: H. C. Hollway-Calthrop
ISBN-10: 054812079X
ISBN-13: 9780548120798
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d