Petrarch and Laura

Petrarch and Laura is a book written by Elbert Hubbard that explores the life and love story of the famous Italian poet, Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch), and his muse, Laura. The book is a biographical account of Petrarch's life, his literary works, and his relationship with Laura, whom he fell in love with at first sight. The book delves into the complexities of their relationship, the challenges they faced, and the impact that Laura had on Petrarch's poetry. Hubbard's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed account of Petrarch's life and times. The book also includes a selection of Petrarch's most famous sonnets, which are presented alongside Hubbard's commentary and analysis. Overall, Petrarch and Laura is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Italian literature, the life of Petrarch, or the enduring power of love and inspiration.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Lovers, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104001.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.