Courts And Camps Of The Italian Renaissance: Being A Mirror Of The Life And Times Of The Ideal Gentleman Count Baldassare Castiglione

""Courts and Camps of the Italian Renaissance"" is a historical book by Baldassare Castiglione that provides a detailed account of the life and times of the ideal gentleman, Count Baldassare Castiglione. The book takes a close look at the political, social, and cultural landscape of Italy during the Renaissance period, and how it influenced the lives of the aristocracy and nobility. The book is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on the court life and the second part looks at the military camps of the time. Castiglione provides an insightful analysis of the various courts and camps he visited, including the courts of Urbino, Mantua, and Ferrara, and the military camps of Naples and Milan. He describes the customs, manners, and etiquette of the aristocracy, as well as their dress, language, and behavior.Through his writing, Castiglione emphasizes the importance of being a well-rounded individual, with knowledge and expertise in a variety of fields, including music, literature, art, and sports. He also stresses the importance of having a strong moral character and being able to navigate the complex social hierarchy of the time.Overall, ""Courts and Camps of the Italian Renaissance"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of the ideal gentleman, as well as the wider political and cultural context of the Italian Renaissance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, culture, and the evolution of society.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.