The Book of the Courtier

Autor*innen

• Baldassare Castiglione

Parameter

• 380 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Italien
• Klassiker
• Philosophie
• Sachliteratur

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Focusing on the behavior of the ideal courtier and court lady, this influential work offers a detailed portrayal of Renaissance court life. It serves as a foundational text for understanding social etiquette and ideals of nobility during the period. Thomas Hoby's 1561 English translation played a significant role in shaping the English concept of the "gentleman," making it a crucial reference for both historical and cultural studies of the era.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Hardcover