Gabriele Rossetti: A Versified Autobiography - Paperback

Gabriele Rossetti: A Versified Autobiography is a book written by Gabriele Rossetti, an Italian poet and scholar who lived during the 19th century. The book is a poetic account of Rossetti's life, from his childhood in Italy to his eventual move to England, where he became a professor of Italian at King's College in London.Through his poetry, Rossetti offers a vivid and intimate portrayal of his experiences and emotions, including his struggles with illness, his love of art and literature, and his deep spiritual beliefs. He also reflects on the political and social upheavals of his time, including the Italian Risorgimento and the rise of Romanticism in England.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different period of Rossetti's life. The poems are written in a variety of forms, including sonnets, ballads, and free verse, and are accompanied by extensive notes and commentary from the editor.Overall, Gabriele Rossetti: A Versified Autobiography is a fascinating and unique work of literature that offers a glimpse into the life and mind of a talented and complex poet.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.