Rienzi: An Aesthetic And Historical Poem (1882)

By Thomas Stanley Rogers

Book Overview

Rienzi: An Aesthetic and Historical Poem is a literary work by Thomas Stanley Rogers, published in 1882. The book is a narrative poem that tells the story of Cola di Rienzi, a 14th-century Italian politician who played a significant role in the political and social upheaval of Rome. The poem is divided into six parts, with each part focusing on a different aspect of Rienzi's life and legacy. The first part introduces Rienzi as a young man who is inspired by the ancient Roman republic and dreams of restoring it to its former glory. The subsequent parts follow Rienzi's rise to power as a populist leader, his efforts to reform the corrupt Roman government, and his eventual downfall at the hands of the papacy and the nobility.Throughout the poem, Rogers explores the themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for justice. He also incorporates elements of Roman history and mythology, as well as references to contemporary events and figures. Overall, Rienzi: An Aesthetic and Historical Poem is a richly detailed and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on one of the most fascinating figures of Italian history.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: 1120693640
• ISBN13: 9781120693648
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"