Cavalcanti, Guido

Complete Poems (One World Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9781847492944
author:
Cavalcanti, Guido
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Alma Classics Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm
Genre:
Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£13.54

Description

Guido Cavalcanti's Complete Poems offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of Italy's most influential poets. Born in thirteenth-century Florence, Cavalcanti was a key figure in the Dolce Stil Novo movement, known for his innovative blend of philosophy, psychology, and poetic form. This collection presents Cavalcanti's complete poems, accompanied by notes, critical commentary, and biographical material. A new verse translation by Anthony Mortimer provides a fresh perspective on Cavalcanti's work, making it accessible to readers today. The book also includes additional features such as select bibliography and appendixes, offering a comprehensive understanding of Cavalcanti's life and poetry. With its unique blend of historical context and poetic insight, Guido Cavalcanti's Complete Poems is an essential resource for anyone interested in Italian literature and the Dolce Stil Novo movement.

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