Offers an overview of lyric poetry by women of the Italian Renaissance, highlighting its diversity and richness. The sources emphasize the prominence of female writers during this period, a fact celebrated by contemporaries and reflected in various poetic forms and themes. The poems explore a wide range of subjects, including amorous and religious devotion, political commentary, and personal reflections, often employing classical allusions and sophisticated rhetorical devices. The collection also touches on the socio-cultural contexts influencing women's literary production, such as the role of princely courts and the impact of print, while acknowledging the ongoing process of rediscovering and attributing these historical works.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Poetry-Women-Italian-Renaissance-ebook/dp/B00DPSWXYU?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=ec9e822f07d33fac0f92f9247f72ed88&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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