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Focusing on the behavior of the ideal courtier and court lady, this influential work offers a detailed portrayal of Renaissance court life. It serves as a foundational text for understanding social etiquette and ideals of nobility during the period. Thomas Hoby's 1561 English translation played a significant role in shaping the English concept of the "gentleman," making it a crucial reference for both historical and cultural studies of the era.
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The Book of the Courtier, Baldassarre Castiglione
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- Released
- 2012
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Baldassarre Castiglione
- Publisher
- Benediction Classics
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 380
- ISBN13
- 9781781391860
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Philosophical Topics, Southern Europe, Italy, Italian Literature, 16th century
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- 3.65 out of 5
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- Focusing on the behavior of the ideal courtier and court lady, this influential work offers a detailed portrayal of Renaissance court life. It serves as a foundational text for understanding social etiquette and ideals of nobility during the period. Thomas Hoby's 1561 English translation played a significant role in shaping the English concept of the "gentleman," making it a crucial reference for both historical and cultural studies of the era.