Dei Sepolcri (Of Sepulchres) is a renowned poem by Ugo Foscolo, first published in 1807. This edition presents the original Italian text alongside insightful commentary by Ugo Angelo Canello and Ippolito Pindemonte, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of Foscolo's masterpiece.
The poem, written in the neoclassical style, reflects on themes of death, memory, patriotism, and the importance of tombs in preserving the memory of the great. Foscolo's eloquent verses explore the relationship between the living and the dead, and the role of sepulchres as a link between generations. This edition is invaluable for students of Italian literature and anyone interested in exploring Foscolo's profound reflections on life, death, and immortality.
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