A Pie De' Colli Ove La Bella Vesta
The poem describes the beauty of a woman, focusing on her hair and clothes. The speaker praises her golden locks, comparing them to the sun, and her dress, which shines like the stars. He also notes her gentle movements, which stir his heart. The poem explores the theme of love and admiration for feminine beauty.
By Francesco Petrarca · First published 1343 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Allegory · 346 words
First lines
HE FEIGNS AN ADDRESS FROM SOME BIRDS WHICH HE HAD PRESENTED.
Beneath the verdant hills -- where the fair vest Of earthly mould first took the Lady dear, Who him that sends us, feather'd captives, here Awakens often from his tearful rest -- Lived we in freedom and in quiet, blest With everything which life below might cheer, No foe suspecting, harass'd by no fear That aught our wanderings ever could molest; But snatch'd from that serener life, and thrown To the low wretched state we here endure, One comfort, short of death, survives alone: Vengeance upon our captor full and sure! Who, slave himself at others' power, remains Pent in worse prison, bound by sterner chains.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francesco Petrarca
- Date: 1343 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Allegory, Nature Writing, Philosophical Poetry
- Length: 346 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work is characterized by its emotional expression and personal reflection, typical of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of beauty, nature, and emotional depth align with the principles of Romanticism.
- Allegory — The narrative employs allegorical elements, representing broader themes of captivity and freedom.
- Nature Writing — The vivid descriptions of the natural landscape highlight the importance of nature in the text.
Tags
Italian Literature · Renaissance Poetry · Love Poems · Sonnet Collection · 14th Century Writing · Classical Influence · Romanticism · Courtly Love · Medieval Inspiration · Lyrical Poetry · Elegy · Ode
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