Petrarch And The Ancient World (1907)

By Pierre de Nolhac

Book Overview

Petrarch And The Ancient World is a book written by Pierre De Nolhac in 1907. The book is an exploration of the life and work of the Italian poet and scholar, Francesco Petrarca (1304-1374), known as Petrarch. The author examines Petrarch's fascination with the ancient world, particularly his interest in the works of Cicero, Virgil, and Seneca. De Nolhac argues that Petrarch's engagement with classical literature was not merely an intellectual pursuit but was also deeply personal, shaping his worldview and influencing his poetry. The book also delves into Petrarch's relationship with his contemporaries and his impact on the Renaissance movement. Overall, Petrarch And The Ancient World provides a comprehensive analysis of Petrarch's life and legacy, shedding light on his enduring influence on literature and intellectual thought.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: 1120018218
• ISBN13: 9781120018212
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"