Hypnerotomachia: The Strife of Loue in a Dreame by Francesco Colonna
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| Author | Colonna, Francesco, -1527 |
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| Translator | Dallington, Robert, 1561-1637 |
| Title | Hypnerotomachia: The Strife of Loue in a Dreame |
| Alternate Title | Hypnerotomachia: The Strife of Love in a Dreame |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Hypnerotomachia: The Strife of Loue in a Dreame" by Francesco Colonna is a romantic allegorical novel written in the late 15th century. The book follows the dreamlike journey of Poliphilus as he navigates a fantastical landscape while exploring themes of love, desire, and the nature of reality. As he encounters various mythical figures, he grapples with his longing for Polia, symbolizing his unattainable ideal of love. The opening of the novel introduces us to Poliphilus, who begins his narrative in a tranquil desert setting, where he reflects on the nature of love and loss. After a night of troubled thoughts, he dreams of wandering through a beautiful yet bewildering landscape filled with symbolic imagery. As he traverses this dream world, he faces various challenges and encounters enchanting sights, including a dark wood that symbolizes confusion, ultimately leading him to a region characterized by stunning architecture and rich flora. Throughout this journey, Poliphilus's yearning for his beloved Polia drives his actions, emphasizing the profound connection between love and the experiences of the human soul. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Dreams -- Fiction |
| Subject | Romances |
| Subject | Italian fiction -- 15th century -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18459 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 598 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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