The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini - Language Arts & Disciplines
Begun when goldsmith and sculptor Cellini was 58, his autobiography was intended to be the story of his life and art. However, as he was a participant in the wars and struggles of the period, it became a portrait of the manners and morals both of rulers of the 16th century and their subjects. With enviable powers of invective and an irrepresible sense of humour, reflected an extravagant style. The volume provides an intriguing and unrivalled glimpse into the palaces and prisons of the Italy of Michelangelo and Medici.
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