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The Perfect Courtier: BALDASSARE CASTIGLIONE - His Life and Letters, 1478-1529
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Literary FiguresMedieval & Renaissance HistoryLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025896908
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 542
Weight: 2.05
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Perfect Courtier - BALDASSARE CASTIGLIONE - His Life and Letters, 1478-1529 is a comprehensive biographical study of one of the Italian Renaissance's most influential figures. Written by Julia Cartwright, this work explores the life of the man who defined the ideal gentleman through his seminal text, The Book of the Courtier. This narrative delves into Castiglione's multifaceted career as a soldier, diplomat, and man of letters, providing an intimate look at the inner workings of the courts of Mantua, Urbino, and Rome.
Drawing extensively from Castiglione's personal correspondence, the book offers a vivid portrayal of the political and cultural landscape of early sixteenth-century Italy. Readers gain insight into his friendships with legendary figures such as Raphael and Michelangelo, as well as his diplomatic missions during a period of immense upheaval and artistic achievement. By examining his private letters alongside his public service, Cartwright presents a nuanced portrait of a scholar and statesman whose legacy shaped the social codes of European nobility for centuries. This biography serves as both a detailed historical record and an evocative tribute to the Renaissance spirit, capturing the elegance, intellect, and complexity of the man who personified the perfect courtier.
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