Publisher's Synopsis
The Literature of Italy, from the Origin of the Italian Language to the Death of Boccacio: A Historical Sketch is a book written by Leonard Francis Simpson and published in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literary history of Italy, from the earliest known works written in the Italian language to the death of the famous author, Giovanni Boccacio. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Italian literary history. The first chapter discusses the origins of the Italian language and its evolution over time. The subsequent chapters cover the works of major Italian writers, including Dante Alighieri, Petrarch, and Boccacio. Throughout the book, Simpson provides detailed analyses of the literary works of these writers, discussing their themes, styles, and contributions to Italian literature. He also provides historical context for each writer, discussing the political and social events that influenced their work. Overall, The Literature of Italy, from the Origin of the Italian Language to the Death of Boccacio: A Historical Sketch is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Italian literature and its history. It provides a thorough overview of the major writers and works of Italian literature and offers insights into the cultural and historical factors that shaped this rich literary tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
