The Sonnet: Its Origin, Structure, And Place In Poetry; With Original Translations From The Sonnets Of Dante, Petrarch, Etc. And Remarks On The Art Of

By Charles Tomlinson and Charles Tomlinson

Book Overview

""The Sonnet: Its Origin, Structure, And Place In Poetry; With Original Translations From The Sonnets Of Dante, Petrarch, Etc. And Remarks On The Art Of Translating"" is a book written by Charles Tomlinson in 1874. The book explores the history and structure of the sonnet, a highly structured form of poetry that originated in Italy during the Renaissance. Tomlinson provides an in-depth analysis of the form's origins and its place in the wider context of poetry, as well as offering original translations of sonnets by some of the most famous poets in the genre, including Dante and Petrarch. Additionally, the book includes Tomlinson's own thoughts on the art of translating, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the sonnet form or the practice of translation. Overall, ""The Sonnet"" is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to this important form of poetry, written by an expert in the field.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: 1437305024
• ISBN13: 9781437305029
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"