The narrative offers a vivid portrayal of a privileged life in late eighteenth-century Europe, showcasing the evolution of a literary mind through the lens of Italian culture. It captures the complexities of social status and intellectual growth during a transformative period, highlighting the unique experiences and insights that shape the protagonist's worldview. The account blends personal reflection with historical context, providing a rich exploration of the era's literary landscape.
Seit der frühen Renaissance ahmen Dichter in ganz Europa die Sonette Francesco Petrarcas (1304–1374) nach und verfolgen damit ein lyrisches Programm, nach dem das liebende und leidende Individuum durch eigene Erfahrungen das allgemein Menschliche in sich erkennen möge. Alfieris „Petrarkismus“ allerdings ist ganz ichbezogen und weist in seiner dramatischen Betonung der eigenen Affekte schon beinahe expressionistische Züge auf. Seine Sonette sind von überschwänglicher Leidenschaft und starkem Ausdrucksbedürfnis geprägt; Eros, Freiheitsdrang und Streben nach dichterischem Ruhm sind seine wesentlichen Anliegen, dem Sturm und Drang ist Alfieri näher als der höfischen Kultur des Cinquecento. Der hier vorgelegte zweisprachige Band gibt eine repräsentative Auswahl aus Alfieris Sonetten, darunter finden sich politische, satirische, philosophische, autobiografische, dichtungsbezogene und amouröse – letztere ausnahmslos Luise Gräfin zu Stolberg (1746–1824) gewidmet. Christoph Ferber (geb. 1954) hat u. a. Lyrik von Gaspara Stampa, Ugo Foscolo, Eugenio Montale, Salvatore Quasimodo und Stéphane Mallarmé übersetzt. Er lebt in Ragusa auf Sizilien. Georges Güntert (geb. 1938) ist emeritierter Professor für Romanistik an der Universität Zürich.
Vittorio Alfieri è uno dei più grandi drammaturghi e poeti italiani del Settecento. In questa autobiografia descrive la sua vita avventurosa e i suoi viaggi in Europa, i suoi amori e le sue passioni politiche. Alfieri emerge come una figura rivoluzionaria e originale della cultura italiana dell'epoca.
Discover the life and legacy of Victor Alfieri, one of Italy's greatest literary figures. From his early struggles to his later triumphs, this memoir is a fascinating look at the man behind some of Italy's most beloved literary works.
Vittorio Alfieri was one of the greatest Italian playwrights of the eighteenth century, known for his powerful and emotionally charged tragedies. This volume features new translations of his most famous works, including Saul, Timoleon, and Myrrha, along with critical essays and commentary by scholar Charles Lloyd. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature and the history of theater.
Acclaimed poet Charles Lloyd brings the life and works of Vittorio Alfieri to vivid life in this gripping biography. From Alfieri's early struggles as a young writer to his later years as an accomplished poet and playwright, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, and the arts.
This historical drama by the Italian playwright Vittorio Alfieri tells the story of the infamous Pazzi conspiracy, a failed assassination attempt against the Medici family in Florence in 1478. The play portrays the political intrigues, personal passions, and moral dilemmas of the characters involved, including Lorenzo de' Medici, his beloved sister Bianca, and the young lovers Jacopo de' Pazzi and Violante de' Tornabuoni. La Congiura de Pazzi is a timeless masterpiece of Italian theater, full of suspense, romance, and political commentary.
