Publisher's Synopsis
Baldassare Castiglione, The Perfect Courtier V1: His Life And Letters, 1478-1529 (1908) is a biography of the Italian diplomat, writer, and courtier Baldassare Castiglione, written by Julia Ady Cartwright. The book provides a comprehensive account of Castiglione's life, from his birth in Mantua in 1478 to his death in Toledo in 1529. It also includes a collection of Castiglione's letters, which offer insight into his thoughts, feelings, and experiences.Castiglione was a prominent figure in the court of Urbino, where he served as a diplomat, advisor, and confidant to the Duke and Duchess. He is best known for his book, The Book of the Courtier, which is a manual on courtly behavior and etiquette. The book was widely read and influential in its time, and it remains a classic of Renaissance literature.Cartwright's biography delves into Castiglione's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his wife, and his friends. It also explores his intellectual and artistic pursuits, such as his love of music and his patronage of artists and writers. The book paints a vivid picture of Castiglione's world, including the politics, culture, and social norms of Renaissance Italy.Overall, Baldassare Castiglione, The Perfect Courtier V1: His Life And Letters, 1478-1529 (1908) is a fascinating and informative biography of one of the most important figures of the Italian Renaissance. It offers a window into the life and times of a man who embodied the ideals of courtly grace and refinement, and whose legacy continues to inspire scholars and readers today.In Two Volumes.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.