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MARINELLI, Lucrezia (1571-1653). L'Enrico, ouero Bisantio acquistato, poema heroico. Venice: Imberti, 1635.
First edition of this epic poem in twenty-seven cantos, which recounts the Fourth Crusade and the conquest of Byzantium by Venice. The work is notable for its strong pro-feminist tone and features female characters who challenge the traditional roles of the time, including the warrior Claudia. Marinelli is also famous for La nobiltà e l'eccellenza delle donne (The Nobility and Excellence of Women), a philosophical work in which she defends the intellectual and moral superiority of women against the misogyny of her time. Considered a pioneer, the author is one of the few women who successfully ventured into the epic genre in the 17th century; in fact, only five epic poems by women are known to have been printed between 1560 and 1650.
12mo, (144 x 82mm). Printer's device to title page, initials and woodcut frames (some light occasional foxing). Contemporary vellum binding. (1)
12mo, (144 x 82mm). Printer's device to title page, initials and woodcut frames (some light occasional foxing). Contemporary vellum binding. (1)
ESTIMATE € 400 - 600
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[BINDING] CICERO, Marcus Tullius (106-43 BC). Epistolarum familiarium. Lyon: Gryphius, 1551.
[BINDING] CICERO, Marcus Tullius (106-43 BC). Epistolarum familiarium. Lyon: Gryphius, 1551.
ESTIMATE € 600 - 1,000
