Italian Romance Writers

By Joseph Spencer Kennard

Book Overview

Italian Romance Writers is a book written by Joseph Spencer Kennard that offers an in-depth look at the history and evolution of romance literature in Italy. The book explores the lives and works of some of the most notable Italian romance writers, including Dante Alighieri, Francesco Petrarca, and Giovanni Boccaccio, among others. It examines the major themes and motifs that have characterized Italian romance literature over the centuries, including love, passion, betrayal, and tragedy.The book also delves into the cultural and social context in which these writers lived and worked, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the historical and cultural factors that have shaped Italian romance literature. It explores the impact of religion, politics, and social norms on the development of Italian romance literature, and how these factors have influenced the themes and styles of Italian romance writers throughout history.In addition, Italian Romance Writers provides readers with a critical analysis of some of the most important works of Italian romance literature, including Dante's Divine Comedy, Petrarca's Sonnets, and Boccaccio's Decameron. The book offers insights into the literary techniques and styles used by these writers, and how they have influenced the development of romance literature not just in Italy, but around the world.Overall, Italian Romance Writers is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of romance literature, and for those who want to gain a deeper understanding of Italian culture and society. It is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the most important literary genres in Italian history, and a valuable resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike.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: 1163121274
• ISBN13: 9781163121276
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"