Le Fiorette, le Morosette, e Alcuni Epitaffi (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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This book delves into a remarkable collection of madrigals from the 17th and 18th centuries, offering a window into the vibrant and often ribald subculture of the Italian aristocracy and its academies. The madrigals, penned by Niccolò degli Albizzi, a Florentine poet and member of the prestigious Accademia della Crusca, are witty, decadent, and rife with bawdy humor. The author's deep knowledge of music and language shines through in these cleverly constructed verses that capture the essence of an era obsessed with wordplay and double entendres. The collection provides a unique glimpse into the hidden desires and social dynamics of the upper echelons of Italian society and serves as a testament to the enduring power of poetry to both entertain and provoke.

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