Il Pastor Fido - 9781023678018

Il Pastor Fido, written by Battista Guarini, is a seminal work of Italian literature, first published in 1590. This pastoral tragicomedy blends elements of classical drama with pastoral poetry, creating a complex and influential piece that resonated throughout Europe. Guarini's masterpiece explores themes of love, fidelity, and the conflict between reason and passion within an idyllic, yet troubled, Arcadia. Known for its intricate plot, lyrical verse, and profound psychological insights, "Il Pastor Fido" marked a significant development in the history of dramatic literature, bridging the gap between the Renaissance and Baroque periods. This edition offers readers a chance to engage with a cornerstone of Italian literary history, exploring its enduring themes and innovative structure.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• | Author: Battista Guarini
• | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00208 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1023678012
• | ISBN-13: 9781023678018