9780282912796 - Les ?uvres De Philippe De Vitry Classic Reprint by Philippe De Vitry (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the life and works of Philippe de Vitry, a talented poet, musician, and diplomat during the 14th century. Vitry's diverse contributions placed him at the forefront of France's cultural and political landscape, where he served under several French kings and befriended renowned figures like Petrarch and Guillaume de Machaut. The author explores Vitry's literary prowess, particularly his groundbreaking translation and moralization of Ovid's Metamorphoses, which sought to reconcile classical literature with Christian values. Through this analysis, the book provides insights into the intellectual and artistic currents of medieval Europe, shedding light on the intersection of faith, philosophy, and the pursuit of knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.