The early-sixteenth-century writing records the characteristics of the perfect Renaissance courtier and ideal lady of the court

Book of the Courtier (English and Italian Edition)

Politics & Social Sciences

Castiglione, Baldassarre, conte

Philosophy

Ams Pr Inc

<p>For centuries, Catiglione's perfect courtier provided a model for the educated classes of Europe; but its colorful dialogues explore vital ethical issues: Should the courtier consciously use "image-management" or rely on natural talents to gain attention? Should he obey the orders of an immoral prince? Sexual equality, modesty and the province of wit are contemplated by nineteen men and four women in this work which influenced Wyatt, Sidney, Spenser, Shakespeare, and later Yeats.</p>

The Book of the Courtier (Everyman's Library (Paper))

History

Europe

Everymans Library

Book of the Courtier

UNKNO

<p>Written by Baldasar Castiglione, count of Novilara and an Italian courtier himself, "The Book of the Courtier" remains as one of the most important and definitive accounts of Renaissance court life. Organized as a series of fictional conversations that occur between the courtiers of the Duke of Urbino in 1507, "The Book of the Courtier" discusses the expectations of a courtier who must have a warrior spirit, be athletic, and have good knowledge of the humanities, classics and fine arts. As the members of the court try to describe the perfect gentleman of the court over the course of four evenings they engage in a debate over the nature of nobility, humor, women, and love in the age of the Italian Renaissance. The English translation of Leonard E. Opdycke of this important historical writing is presented here in this edition of "The Book of the Courtier".</p>

The Book of the Courtier

Literature & Fiction

Essays & Correspondence

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