The Life of Petrarch, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

Mrs. Dobson

ISBN 10: 1333001525 / ISBN 13: 9781333001520

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides a glimpse into the life of renowned Italian poet Petrarch, exploring his personal experiences, literary journey, and the cultural context that shaped his writing. Against the backdrop of 14th-century Italy, the author delves into Petrarch's aspirations, struggles, and relationships, revealing not only the complexities of the man but also the profound impact he had on the literary landscape. The analysis of Petrarch's extensive letters and other works unveils the evolution of his thoughts, his passion for knowledge, and his deep attachment to classical learning. Through the author's insightful commentary, readers gain a deeper understanding of Petrarch's role in the revival of classical scholarship and his enduring legacy as one of the greatest poets and humanists of all time. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781333001520_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Life of Petrarch, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333001525
• ISBN 13: 9781333001520
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

A detailed biographical portrait of Petrarch in his later years, drawn from Memoirs for the Life of Petrarch.

This edition, Vol. II of The Life of Petrarch, collects the surrounding history, letters, and personal moments that shaped his work and influence. It lays out the emotional arc of a scholar-poet amid illness, loss, and the shifting political landscape of 14th-century Europe.

In clear narrative form, the volume follows Petrarch through grief for Laura and the death of close allies, the travels and diplomacy of his Italian circles, and his interactions with emperors, popes, and fellow scholars. Readers glimpse his reflections on fortune, friendship, and the power of words to endure beyond a life’s trials. The edition emphasizes the social networks that supported Petrarch, from Avignon to Milan and beyond, and how these ties influenced his thinking and writing.

• Learn how Petrarch faced personal losses and what his letters reveal about his daily concerns and moral reflections.
• Explore the relationships with patrons, fellow scholars, and political figures that surrounded him.
• Follow his journeys across Italy and France, and his role in the cultural life of the period.
• See how his thoughts on happiness, fortune, and the passage of time shape the author’s legacy.

Ideal for readers of Petrarch, medieval literature, and early humanist biography who want a vivid, accessible look at the personal side of a pivotal figure in European intellectual history.