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LoC No.: 15010172
Title: A history of Italian literature
Note: Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Andrés V. Galia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "A History of Italian Literature" by Richard Garnett is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The text embarks on an exploration of Italian literature from its beginnings, tracing its evolution and contributions, while engaging with notable figures and their influence on both Italian letters and wider European literature. The book likely emphasizes the relationship between Italian literature and its classical roots, highlighting how it has shaped and reflected cultural movements throughout history. The opening of this work serves as an introduction to the history and significance of Italian literature, framing it as a critical element in the development of European culture. Garnett discusses the delayed emergence of a distinct Italian literary identity, suggesting that Italian literature is a continuation of Latin traditions, rather than an offshoot. He elaborates on how the Italian literary scene, although often overshadowed by other cultures, possesses a unique richness born from its connection to antiquity, social dynamics, and notable authors like Dante. This beginning sets the stage for a detailed examination of major literary figures, movements, and styles as the narrative unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Garnett, Richard, 1835-1906
EBook No.: 64529
Published: Feb 12, 2021
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: Italian literature -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 15010172
Title: A history of Italian literature
Note: Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Andrés V. Galia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "A History of Italian Literature" by Richard Garnett is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The text embarks on an exploration of Italian literature from its beginnings, tracing its evolution and contributions, while engaging with notable figures and their influence on both Italian letters and wider European literature. The book likely emphasizes the relationship between Italian literature and its classical roots, highlighting how it has shaped and reflected cultural movements throughout history. The opening of this work serves as an introduction to the history and significance of Italian literature, framing it as a critical element in the development of European culture. Garnett discusses the delayed emergence of a distinct Italian literary identity, suggesting that Italian literature is a continuation of Latin traditions, rather than an offshoot. He elaborates on how the Italian literary scene, although often overshadowed by other cultures, possesses a unique richness born from its connection to antiquity, social dynamics, and notable authors like Dante. This beginning sets the stage for a detailed examination of major literary figures, movements, and styles as the narrative unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Garnett, Richard, 1835-1906
EBook No.: 64529
Published: Feb 12, 2021
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: Italian literature -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.