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Francis Petrarch (/ ˈ p ɛ t r ɑːr k, ˈ p iː t-/; 20 July 1304 – 19 July 1374; Latin: Franciscus Petrarcha; modern Italian: Francesco Petrarca [franˈtʃesko peˈtrarka]), born Francesco di Petracco, was a scholar and poet of the early Italian Renaissance and one of the earliest humanists.
Jul 20, 1998 · Petrarch, Italian scholar, poet, and humanist whose poems addressed to Laura, an idealized beloved, contributed to the Renaissance flowering of lyric poetry. He was regarded as the greatest scholar of his age. Learn more about Petrarch’s life and works in this article.
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Oct 22, 2020 · Petrarch (1304-1374 CE), full name Francesco Petrarca, was an Italian scholar and poet who is credited as one of the founders of the Renaissance movement in art, thought, and literature. Petrarch actively searched for 'lost' ancient manuscripts hidden away in forgotten corners of medieval libraries; Cicero (106-43 BCE) was one particular ...
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Aug 9, 2023 · Petrarch was a poet and scholar whose humanist philosophy set the stage for the Renaissance. He is also considered one of the fathers of the modern Italian language. Updated: Aug 9, 2023.
In 1327, Petrarch attended a mass in Avignon and saw Laura de Noves, for the first time. Laura, though her true identity has yet to be confirmed, would become the primary subject of his poetry for the rest of his life. Petrarch continued to travel around Europe...
A celebrity throughout Europe, Petrarch traveled widely for pleasure, and is sometimes called “the first tourist.” Known for his work reviving interest in classical literature, Petrarch is considered the “father of Humanism,” an attitude associated with the flourishing of the Renaissance.
Sep 21, 2021 · Petrarch was a diplomat, and he had a very cosmopolitan outlook, which was very rare in the 14th century. One day while attending mass in 1327, he saw a lady at mass called Laura, whom he fell in love with at first sight, and she became his muse and inspired most of his greatest poetry.
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