Poetry, Continental European
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Synopsis
The Italian Poets Since Dante is a book that provides a comprehensive overview of Italian poetry from the time of Dante to the present day. The book is authored by William Everett and is accompanied by verse translations. The book begins with an introduction that provides a brief history of Italian poetry and its evolution over the centuries. It then delves into the works of various Italian poets, including Petrarch, Boccaccio, Ariosto, Tasso, Leopardi, and Montale, among others. Each chapter of the book focuses on a particular poet and includes biographical information, an analysis of their work, and translations of their poems into English. The translations are done in a way that preserves the original meaning and style of the Italian poems. The book also includes a glossary of Italian terms and a bibliography for further reading. Overall, The Italian Poets Since Dante is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Italian poetry and its rich cultural history.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.Book Details
Published
June 18, 2026
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing, LLC
Pages
260
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781430453130