Giulio Cesare Scaligero / Frederick Morgan Padelford
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Select Translations From Scaliger’s Poetics is a book that was originally written by Giulio Cesare Scaligero in the 16th century, and translated into English by Frederick Morgan Padelford in 1905. The book is a collection of Scaliger’s writings on the subject of poetics, which is the study of literary forms and techniques used in writing. Scaliger was a prominent Italian scholar and humanist who lived during the Renaissance period. He wrote extensively on a wide range of topics, including literature, history, and philosophy. In this book, Padelford has selected some of Scaliger’s most important and influential writings on poetics, which are presented in English translation for the first time. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of poetics. The first section deals with the definition and nature of poetry, while the second section focuses on the different types of poetry and their characteristics. Other sections explore the role of the poet, the use of language and imagery, and the relationship between poetry and other forms of art. Throughout the book, Scaliger offers insights and observations that are still relevant to modern-day readers. He discusses the importance of clarity, simplicity, and sincerity in poetry, and emphasizes the need for poets to be true to their own experiences and emotions. He also explores the relationship between poetry and society, and the role that poetry can play in shaping cultural values and beliefs. Overall, Select Translations From Scaliger’s Poetics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of poetry and literary theory. It offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the Renaissance period, and provides a wealth of insights and ideas that are still relevant to contemporary discussions of literature and art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
