Invectives
Francesco Petrarca
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Invectives
Published
2003
Publisher
Harvard Univesity Press
Pages
539
ISBN-10
0674011546
Description
"Francesco Petrarca (1304-1374), one of the greatest of Italian poets, was also the leading spirit in the Renaissance movement to revive ancient Roman language and literature. Just as Petrarch's Latin epic "Africa" imitated Virgil and his compendium "On Illustrious Men" was inspired by Livy, so Petrarch's four "Invectives" were intended to revive the eloquence of the great Roman orator Cicero. The "Invectives" are directed against the cultural idols of the Middle Ages--against scholastic philosophy and medicine and the dominance of French culture in general. They defend the value of literary culture against obscurantism and provide a clear statement of the values of Renaissance humanism. This volume provides a new critical edition of the Latin text based on the two autograph copies, and the first English translation of three of the four invectives"--Jacket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Invectives?
This edition of Invectives has approximately 539 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Invectives?
For most readers, Invectives typically takes between 11h 14m and 7h 29m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 134,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 59m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 134,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Invectives?
The estimated word count for Invectives is approximately 134,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Invectives?
Invectives was written by Francesco Petrarca.
When was Invectives published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.