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Poetria Nova (Mediaeval Sources in Translation),Used
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The Poetria nova, written by the Englishman Geoffrey of Vinsauf shortly after 1200, was the most influential medieval treatise on rhetorical poetics. Modeled on Horace's Ars poetica, it is an art of poetry (and prose) in 2121 hexameter verses. With its updated scholarship and improved format, this revised edition is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval literature or the history of rhetoric and writing instruction.
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- Q: What is the main topic of Poetria Nova? A: Poetria Nova is a medieval treatise on rhetorical poetics, focusing on the art of poetry and prose.
- Q: Who is the author of Poetria Nova? A: The author of Poetria Nova is Geoffrey of Vinsauf, an English scholar.
- Q: What is the significance of Poetria Nova in literature? A: Poetria Nova is considered one of the most influential works on rhetorical poetics from the medieval period.
- Q: How many pages are in the revised edition of Poetria Nova? A: The revised edition of Poetria Nova contains 102 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was Poetria Nova published? A: Poetria Nova was published on April 1, 2010.
- Q: Is Poetria Nova suitable for beginners in medieval literature? A: Yes, the revised edition is designed to be accessible for anyone interested in medieval literature or rhetoric.
- Q: What is the format of Poetria Nova? A: The book features 2121 hexameter verses, modeled after Horace's Ars poetica.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as new.
- Q: What edition of Poetria Nova is being offered? A: This is the revised edition of Poetria Nova.