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David Young's version of Petrarch will refresh our images of the West's crucial lyric poet. We are given a Petrarch in our own vernacular, with echoes of Wyatt, Shakespeare, and many who come after.' Harold BloomIneffable sweetness, bold, uncanny sweetnessthat came to my eyes from her lovely face;from that day on I'd willingly have closed them,never to gaze again at lesser beauties.from Sonnet 116Petrarch was born in Tuscany and grew up in the south of France. He lived his life in the service of the church, traveled widely, and during his lifetime was a revered, model man of letters.Petrarch's greatest gift to posterity was his Rime in vita e morta di Madonna Laura, the cycle of poems popularly known as his songbook. By turns full of wit, languor, and fawning, endlessly inventive, in a tightly composed yet ornate form they record their speaker's unrequited obsession with the woman named Laura. In the centuries after it was designed, the 'Petrarchan sonnet,' as it would be known, inspired the greatest love poets of the English languagefrom the times of Spenser and Shakespeare to our own.David Young's fresh, idiomatic version of Petrarch's poetry is the most readable and approachable that we have. In his skillful hands, Petrarch almost sounds like a poet out of our own tradition bringing the wheel of influence full circle.
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- Q: What is 'The Poetry of Petrarch' about? A: 'The Poetry of Petrarch' features a modern translation by David Young that brings the timeless themes of love and obsession in Petrarch's poetry to a contemporary audience. It includes his famous sonnets, particularly focused on his muse, Laura.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Poetry of Petrarch' is Petrarch, a renowned Italian poet from the 14th century, known for his contributions to the development of the sonnet form.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'The Poetry of Petrarch' was published on April 1, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: Is this edition a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Poetry of Petrarch'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Poetry of Petrarch' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Poetry of Petrarch' is categorized under Ancient & Classical literature.
- Q: What makes David Young's translation unique? A: David Young's translation is noted for its readability and modern idiom, making Petrarch’s poetry accessible while retaining the emotional depth of the original works.
- Q: Are there any notable features in the book? A: While there are no specific features listed, the book is praised for its engaging translation that captures the essence of Petrarch's poetry and its historical significance.