 | Barbarossa in Italy Subjects: Frederick I Holy Roman Emperor ca. 1123-1190; Lombardy (Italy) -- History -- To 1535; Milan (Italy) -- History -- To 1535; Holy Roman Empire -- History -- Frederick I 1152-1190; Barbarossa in Italy presents a concise and modern verse translation of the Carmen de gestis Frederici I imperatoris in Lombardia describing the conflict leading Frederick I Hohenstaufen's destruction of Milan in 1162. The issues, personalities, and events surrounding this catastrophe are the subjects of this unfinished verse epic. With a vivid eye for the horrors of battle and siege, his knowing portrayal of Frederick's conflicted emotions, and his use of classical figures and dream vision, the "Bergamo Master" shows a respect for his classical antecedents while staying faithful to the modes and personalities of his age. First English translation. Illustrated, map, introduction, notes, bibliography. |
