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Opere Scelte, Volume 2...
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ISBN13: 9781024775327
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 438
Weight: 1.73
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Italian
This second volume of Opere Scelte presents a curated collection of works by Francesco Algarotti, Gasparo Gozzi, and Giovanni Gherardini, offering a rich tapestry of 18th-century Italian thought and culture. The selections showcase the intellectual ferment of the Enlightenment, with essays, dialogues, and treatises that explore a wide range of subjects, from aesthetics and science to social commentary and literary criticism.
Algarotti's contributions reflect his cosmopolitan outlook and engagement with European intellectual trends, while Gozzi's writings reveal a keen observer of Venetian society and manners. Gherardini, known for his linguistic expertise, adds a unique perspective on the Italian language and its evolution. This collection provides invaluable insights into the literary and intellectual landscape of 18th-century Italy, making it an essential resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of ideas.
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