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Montgomery, James |
| Author |
Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851 |
| Editor |
Lardner, Dionysius, 1793-1859 |
| Title |
Eminent literary and scientific men of Italy, Spain, and Portugal. Vol. 1 (of 3)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Dante -- Petrarch -- Boccaccio -- Lorenzo de' Medici, &c. -- Bojardo -- Berni -- Ariosto -- Machiavelli.
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| Credits |
Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
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| Summary |
"Eminent Literary and Scientific Men of Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Vol. 1" conducted by Rev. Dionysius Lardner is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book focuses on the lives of influential literary and scientific figures from Italy, Spain, and Portugal, exploring their contributions and legacies. The opening portion highlights Dante Alighieri, providing insights into his family background, defining moments in his life, and significant achievements. At the start of the text, the reader is introduced to Dante, detailing key aspects of his heritage and education. The narrative delves into Dante's early life, notably his profound admiration for Beatrice and his extensive studies across various renowned universities. It captures the political strife during his life, emphasizing Dante's roles as a soldier, poet, and civic leader amidst the tumult of factional conflicts in Florence. The text outlines his literary achievements, painting him as a key figure in defining the Italian language and contributing to the cultural landscape of his time while also mentioning his eventual banishment from Florence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CT: History: Biography
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| Subject |
Authors -- Biography
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| Subject |
Scientists -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65030 |
| Release Date |
Apr 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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