Excerpt from The Virgins of the Rocks
With these mortal eyes I beheld within a brief space of time three peerless souls unfold and blossom, and then wither away and perish one by one: the most beautiful, most passionate, and most miserable souls ever embodied in the latest descendants of a haughty race.
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Excerpt from The Virgins of the Rocks: Translated From the Italian of Gabriele D'annunzio
With these mortal eyes I beheld within a brief space of time three peerless souls unfold and blossom, and then wither away and perish one by one: the most beautiful, most passionate, and most miserable souls ever embodied in the latest descendants of a haughty race.
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Excerpt from The Virgins of the Rocks: Translated From the Italian of Gabriele D'annunzio
With these mortal eyes I beheld within a brief space of time three peerless souls unfold and blossom, and then wither away and perish one by one: the most beautiful, most passionate, and most miserable souls ever embodied in the latest descendants of a haughty race.
From the scenes where their desolation, their pride, and their grace wandered every day, clear and terrible thoughts came to me, such as the most ancient ruins of illustrious cities had never suggested. In hopes of unravelling the mystery of their strange ascendency, I used to explore the depths of the vast ancestral mirrors, where, often unnoticed by themselves, their three figures were reflected bathed in a pallor like that which heralds dissolution after death; and I gazed long and earnestly at the old, worn-out things which they touched with their chilled or fevered hands, using the same gestures perhaps as had been used by other hands long since crumbled into dust.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes you on a profound journey through the philosophical musings and artistic explorations of the author. Set against the backdrop of the Roman Campagna, the author delves into themes of beauty, death, and the pursuit of an ideal life. Inspired by the teachings of Socrates, he seeks to create a harmonious existence guided by reason and aesthetics. The author's reflections on history and culture are interwoven with observations on the decline of contemporary society, lamenting the loss of aristocratic values and the rise of mediocrity. He contemplates the role of the artist and the intellectual in a world seemingly devoid of meaning, advocating for the defense of beauty and the pursuit of individual excellence. Drawing inspiration from classical literature and philosophy, the author challenges readers to cultivate their inner strength and strive for a life of purpose and significance. This book offers a timeless exploration of human potential and the enduring power of art and philosophy to elevate the soul. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330553855_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781330553855
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles