Michael Angelo: A Dramatic Poem (1884)

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Book Overview

Michael Angelo: A Dramatic Poem is a literary work written by the renowned American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1884. The book is a dramatic poem that tells the story of the life and times of the famous Italian artist and sculptor, Michelangelo Buonarroti.The book covers Michelangelo's life from his early days as a young artist in Florence, Italy, to his later years as a renowned sculptor and painter in Rome. It explores his struggles and triumphs as he navigates the turbulent political and social climate of Renaissance Italy.Longfellow's poetic style brings Michelangelo's story to life, capturing the essence of his artistic genius and the challenges he faced in pursuing his passion. The book also delves into the artist's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons.Overall, Michael Angelo: A Dramatic Poem is a beautifully crafted work of literature that offers readers a unique insight into the life and work of one of the greatest artists of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art, Renaissance Italy, or the life of Michelangelo.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: 1163968366
• ISBN13: 9781163968369
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"