Fifteen sonnets of Petrarch: Elegant verses of unrequited love and timeless beauty

Francesco Petrarca, also known as Petrarch, is a prominent Italian poet and scholar of the Renaissance period. In his collection of Fifteen Sonnets of Petrarch, he embodies the quintessence of the Petrarchan sonnet tradition, dedicating each poem to his beloved Laura. The sonnets are crafted in the refined Petrarchan style, with masterful use of imagery and metaphor to express the complexities of human emotions. Petrarch's literary influence extended beyond his time, inspiring countless poets and writers worldwide. His sonnets are emblematic of unrequited love and the ineffable beauty of nature, as he navigates themes of passion, longing, and devotion. The lyrical beauty and emotional depth of the sonnets are a testament to Petrarch's enduring legacy as a poet. Readers will find themselves captivated by the timeless elegance and profound emotional resonance of Petrarch's sonnets, making this collection a must-read for lovers of classical poetry.

© 2019 Good Press (Ebook): 4057664172716

Traduttori: Thomas Wentworth Higginson

Data di uscita

Ebook: 20 novembre 2019