Ariosto, Ludovico

Orlando Furioso: Pt. 1 (Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9780140443110
author:: Ariosto, Ludovico
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1975
Pages:: 832
Genre:: Literary studies: poetry & poets
Condition:: New
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Orlando Furioso Part One is a foundational work of Italian Renaissance literature, weaving a complex narrative of love, enchantment, and adventure. At its core, the poem tells the story of Count Orlando's quest for the beautiful Angelica, whose capture sets off a chain of events that spans battles, escapes, and a desperate pursuit of freedom. This epic poem has had a profound influence on the literary landscape, inspiring generations of writers with its vivid depiction of a fantastical world of magic, sorcery, and romance. With its intricate plot and dazzling array of characters, Orlando Furioso Part One is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the epic poetry of the Italian Renaissance.

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