Canzoniere 366: Petrarch's critique of stoicism

Discusses the conflict between sacred and profane love as presented in the 'canzone' to s. Augustine's concerns about moral autonomy and passionless virtue.

Bibliographic Details
Author:Pamela Williams
Published: S.n., s.l., 1996
Volume:51
Pages:27-43
Periodical:Italian Studies
Format:Article
Topic:- Influence and Survival > The Middle Ages (430-1453) > Influence on the various authors and writings > [Pétrarque (Francesco Petrarca, 1304-1374)]
Status:Active
Description
Summary:Discusses the conflict between sacred and profane love as presented in the 'canzone' to s. Augustine's concerns about moral autonomy and passionless virtue.