La Zaffetta: Raccolta di rarissimi opuscoli italiani degli XV e XVI secoli II
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Venier, Lorenzo, 1510-1550
Italian
"La Zaffetta: Raccolta di rarissimi opuscoli italiani degli XV e XVI secoli II" is a satirical poem likely composed during the 16th century. The poem details the misadventures of a courtesan named Angela Zaffa, describing her experiences and eventual repercussions resulting from her deceitful conduct. Its style and subject matter suggest a humorous...
Zaffetta" sets the stage for Angela's story, using a first-person narrator who argues that contrary to popular belief, renowned poet Pietro Aretino did not author the earlier work "La Puttana Errante." Instead, the narrator claims the inspiration and credit belong to him. He reveals that Angela, referred to as "Zaffetta," has recently suffered a misfortune referred to as the "Trentuno," signaling a punishment inflicted upon her by a betrayed lover. As the tale unfolds, Angela's extravagant lifestyle and unchaste behavior create a lively atmosphere filled with engaging anecdotes, rich descriptions, and reflective commentary on the nature of desire and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
John Rodriguez
3 months agoIn my opinion, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. I learned so much from this.
Lucas Anderson
3 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Logan Adams
3 weeks agoAs someone who reads a lot, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. Simply brilliant.
Donald Perez
1 week agoTo be perfectly clear, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Truly inspiring.
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Andrew Walker
1 month agoAs someone who reads a lot, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.