by Matteo Maria Boiardo, Ludovico Ariosto · Gadir Editorial, S.L. · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788494179914
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This edition brings together two of the most important works of the Italian Renaissance: 'Orlando in Love' by Matteo Maria Boiardo and 'Orlando Furioso' by Ludovico Ariosto. Adapted for readers of all ages, this version tells the story of Orlando, a knight of King Charlemagne's court, who falls madly in love with Angelica, leading him to madness. The work explores themes such as love, loyalty, friendship, heroism, and madness, all wrapped up in an adventure story with magic, spells, and fantastic characters. The illustrations by Eugenia Ábalos enrich this edition, making it even more special.
Ludovico Ariosto was an Italian poet. He is best known as the author of the romance epic Orlando Furioso (1516-1532). The poem, a continuation of Matteo Maria Boiardo's Orlando Innamorato, describes the adventures of Charlemagne, Orlando, and the Franks as they battle against the Saracens with diversions into many sideplots. The poem is transformed into a satire of the chivalric tradition. Ariosto composed the poem in the ottava rima rhyme scheme and introduced narrative commentary throughout the work.
