Goldoni And The Venice Of His Time

By Joseph Spencer Kennard

Book Overview

Goldoni And The Venice Of His Time is a book written by Joseph Spencer Kennard that explores the life and works of Carlo Goldoni, an Italian playwright who lived during the 18th century. The book focuses on Goldoni's relationship with Venice, which was his hometown and the setting for many of his plays. The book begins by providing a historical context for Venice during Goldoni's lifetime, including its political and social structure, as well as its cultural and artistic scene. Kennard then delves into Goldoni's life, tracing his upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer before he became a playwright. The book also analyzes Goldoni's plays, which were known for their humor, wit, and sharp social commentary. Kennard examines how Goldoni used his plays to critique the social norms and customs of his time, particularly in relation to gender roles and class distinctions. Throughout the book, Kennard draws on a variety of primary sources, including Goldoni's own writings, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of the playwright and his world. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Venice, Italian theater, or the life and works of Carlo Goldoni.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430482931
• ISBN13: 9781430482932
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"