Adagia. Testo Latino E Italiano by Erasmus
Testo Latino E Italiano
A collection of classical adages and proverbial sayings presented with concise commentary and critical notes, this edition pairs the original Latin maxims with Italian translations to make the ancient wisdom accessible to Renaissance readers. It gathers Greek and Roman sayings, traces their sources and variants, and offers philological corrections, historical examples, and moral or rhetorical applications that illuminate both antiquity and contemporary life. The commentary reflects humanist scholarship—combining literary erudition, moral reflection, and practical counsel for education, politics, and personal conduct—while the bilingual format aids study by students, teachers, and readers seeking to connect classical thought with vernacular understanding.
- Published
- 1500
- Nationality
- Dutch
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- Unknown
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- Unknown
- Original Language
- Latin
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- Adages
- Adagiorum Chiliades
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