The Book of the Courtier

filler

Title: Paperback
Price:
Sale price£21.95

Description

"

The Book of the Courtier, written by Baldassare Castiglione, is a classic work of Italian Renaissance literature. Published in 1528, it is a guidebook for courtiers on the qualities and behaviors they should possess to be considered ideal members of the nobility. Castiglione explores the concept of the "Renaissance man," advocating for a well-rounded individual who is skilled in various areas such as music, art, sports, and conversation. Through a series of dialogues set at the court of Urbino, the book discusses topics like manners, dignity, grace, and the art of conversation. This influential work had a lasting impact on European literature and culture, continuing to be studied and admired for its insights into courtly life and etiquette.

"

Details

Publisher - Lettel

Language - English

Paperback

Contributors

Author

conte Baldassarre Castiglione


Published Date - September 08 2024

ISBN - 9609441035483

Dimensions - 22.9 x 15.2 x 3.3 cm

Page Count - 592

Payment & Security

American Express Apple Pay Diners Club Discover Maestro Mastercard Shop Pay Union Pay Visa

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

You may also like

Recently viewed