Alessandro Manzoni, Studio Biografico : Letture fatte alla Taylorian Institution di Oxford nel maggio dell'anno 1878, notevolmente ampliate

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

De Gubernatis, Angelo, 1840-1913

Language:

Italian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Studio Biografico" by Angelo De Gubernatis is a biographical work written in the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the life and contributions of the celebrated Italian author Alessandro Manzoni, portraying him as a pivotal figure in modern Italian literature. De Gubernatis aims to highlight Manzoni's literary significance and virtuous character through a collection of discourses he presented at the Taylorian Institution in Oxford. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Manzoni's early life, literary education, and influential relationships. De Gubernatis introduces key themes that will be explored throughout the text, such as the poet's noble lineage, his formative years in various schools, and his initial poetic aspirations. The narrative emphasizes Manzoni's humble origins despite his noble descent, delving into his early experiences that shaped his writing style and worldview. The author also hints at the challenges and triumphs Manzoni faced in his artistic journey, ultimately establishing him as a central figure in Italian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 37.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2005-04-01