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Virgilio nel Medio Evo, vol. II

By Domenico Comparetti
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The author traces how medieval writers transformed Virgil into a figure of popular legend, surveying Latin and vernacular texts that borrow, rework, and romanticize ancient models. He distinguishes stages in vernacular poetry—from national epic survivals to compositions shaped by cross-cultural religious and monastic influences—and shows how monasteries mediated transmission and Latinization. The study analyzes the medieval taste for allegory, the privileging of fantasy and marvels, and the habitual retelling of ancient narratives in contemporary forms, arguing that such processes produced fixed types and ideals rather than faithful historical reconstructions.

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Domenico Comparetti

Domenico Comparetti was an Italian scholar and literary critic known for his extensive work on the influence of Virgil in the Middle Ages. His notable two-volume work, "Virgilio nel Medio Evo," explores the reception and interpretation of Virgil's writings during this period, shedding light on the poet's enduring legacy. Comparetti's scholarship contributed significantly to the understanding of classical literature's impact on medieval culture, making him a key figure in literary studies. His insights continue to resonate in discussions of literary heritage and the evolution of poetic traditions.

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