The Correspondence of Philip Sidney and Hubert Languet

By Philip Sidney, Steuart Adolphus Pears, Hubert Languet

Book Overview

The Correspondence of Philip Sidney and Hubert Languet is a collection of letters exchanged between two prominent figures of the Renaissance era - Philip Sidney, an English poet, courtier, and soldier, and Hubert Languet, a French diplomat and Protestant reformer. The book features a total of 54 letters, spanning over a period of four years from 1572 to 1576.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and personal matters. Sidney and Languet discuss their shared Protestant faith and the ongoing religious conflicts in Europe, as well as the political situation in England and France. They also exchange ideas about literature and poetry, with Sidney sharing his own works and seeking Languet's feedback.The letters offer a fascinating insight into the lives and thoughts of two influential figures of the Renaissance period, and provide a valuable historical record of the intellectual and cultural exchange between England and France during the late 16th century. The Correspondence of Philip Sidney and Hubert Languet is a must-read for anyone interested in Renaissance literature, history, and culture.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: 1417955295
• ISBN13: 9781417955299
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"