Ugo Foscolo (1778-1827) by Giuseppe Chiarini
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"Ugo Foscolo (1778-1827)" by Giuseppe Chiarini is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work details the life and literary contributions of Ugo Foscolo, an influential Italian poet and patriot, particularly during the tumultuous times surrounding the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era. The book examines Foscolo's personal and professional life, including his struggles with love, his military endeavors, and his prolific literary output. The biography presents a vivid
portrayal of Foscolo as both a gifted poet and a passionate individual deeply affected by the socio-political changes of his time. Chiarini explores Foscolo's early life in Zante, his relentless quest for fame in Venice, and his political activism that led to his exile. The narrative delves into Foscolo's complex relationships with various women, whose influences can be seen in his works, including the famous "Ultime lettere di Jacopo Ortis." As the biography unfolds, it emphasizes how the poet's deep romanticism and patriotic fervor shaped his writings, culminating in significant contributions to Italian literature, particularly in the context of national identity and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chiarini, Giuseppe, 1833-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Ugo Foscolo (1778-1827) La vita italiana durante la Rivoluzione francese e l'Impero |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Italy -- Civilization |
| Subject | France -- History -- 1789-1815 |
| Subject | Italy -- History -- 1789-1815 |
| Subject | Italy -- Social conditions |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43175 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 339 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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