Tasso And His Times

By William Boulting

Book Overview

Tasso and His Times is a comprehensive historical account of the life and times of the Italian poet Torquato Tasso, written by William Boulting. The book provides a detailed exploration of Tasso's life, including his upbringing, education, and literary career, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as the Duke of Ferrara and the Medici family. Boulting also delves into the political and cultural climate of Italy during Tasso's lifetime, shedding light on the religious conflicts and artistic movements that shaped the era. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Italian literature, history, or culture, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Italy's most celebrated poets.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: 1432525166
• ISBN13: 9781432525163
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"