Petrarch's Letters to Classical Authors - Hardcover

Petrarca, Francesco; Cosenza, Mario Emilio

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1023329522 ISBN 13: 9781023329521

Publisher: Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

"Petrarch's Letters to Classical Authors" offers a unique glimpse into the mind of Francesco Petrarca, a pivotal figure of the Renaissance. Through imagined correspondence with Latin poets and other classical authors, Petrarch engages in timeless dialogues about literature, philosophy, and the human condition.

This collection showcases Petrarch's deep admiration for the classical world and provides valuable insight into the intellectual currents of his time. A cornerstone of Italian literature, the letters reveal Petrarch's personal reflections and scholarly pursuits, solidifying his legacy as a bridge between antiquity and the burgeoning Renaissance. This carefully prepared edition preserves the historical significance of Petrarch's work for readers interested in Renaissance history and the enduring power of classical thought. It provides a window into the correspondence of a brilliant mind grappling with the legacy of the past.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023329522
• ISBN 13: 9781023329521
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 114