Orlando Furioso by Lodovico Ariosto

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Author Ariosto, Lodovico, 1474-1533
Translator Rose, William Stewart, 1775-1843
Title Orlando Furioso
Note Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Douglas B. Killings
Summary "Orlando Furioso" by Ludovico Ariosto is an epic poem written during the early 16th century, regarded as a cornerstone of Italian literature. The narrative continues the story of the warrior Orlando from Matteo Maria Boiardo's unfinished "Orlando Innamorato." At its heart is the tumultuous love triangle involving Orlando, the beautiful Angelica, and the valiant Rinaldo, against a backdrop of legendary knights, magical events, and the larger conflict between Christians and heathens. The opening of "Orlando Furioso" sets the stage for a richly woven tale filled with adventure, love, and rivalry. It begins with Angelica fleeing into a forest to escape her pursuers, leading to a series of confrontations involving knights like Orlando and Rinaldo, who are both besotted with her beauty. As they battle various foes, shifting alliances and magical influences complicate their fates. The initial canto introduces the unpredictable nature of love and conflict, establishing the themes of chivalry and the consequences of desire that will resonate throughout the poem. The opening portion captures the reader's attention with intricate character dynamics, foreshadowing a vivid exploration of passion and chivalric ideals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Roland (Legendary character) -- Romances
Subject Knights and knighthood -- Poetry
Subject Epic poetry, Italian -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 615
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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