Isbn: 9781331752677 - the introduction of classical metres into italian poetry, and their development to the beginning of the nineteenth century (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

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Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Introduction of Classical Metres Into Italian Poetry, and Their Development to the Beginning of the Nineteenth CenturyThe material for this Dissertation was collected chiefly in the libraries of Florence, .

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the introduction and development of classical meters into Italian poetry, spanning from the 15th century to the beginning of the 19th century. The author provides valuable historical context, discussing the influence of the Renaissance and the rise of humanist thought on this literary movement. Tracing the efforts of poets like Leon Battista Alberti and Claudio Tolomei, the book highlights their attempts to adapt Latin and Greek metrical forms to the Italian language. The author delves into the metrical innovations and challenges faced by these poets, exploring how they navigated the differences between Latin quantity and Italian accent-based prosody. By analyzing specific examples of classical imitations in Italian poetry, the book sheds light on the evolution of Italian versification and the enduring legacy of classical forms in Italian literature. 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.…