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100 1 _aChiabrera, Gabriello,
_d1552-1638
245 1 0 _aAmedeide: Poema eroico
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-02-22
508 _aCarlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"Amedeide: Poema eroico" by Gabriello Chiabrera is an epic poem written in the early 19th century. The work narratively explores the heroic deeds of Amedeo, a historical figure noted for his defense of Rhodes against the Ottomans. It combines themes of valor, divine guidance, and the fluctuating tides of warfare, aiming to paint a vivid picture of the era and heroic exploits associated with Amedeo. At the start of the poem, the narrative establishes a somber tone as an angelically appointed Amedeo is called to action to defend Rhodes against an impending invasion led by the Ottoman forces. The text emphasizes the tensions between divine intervention and human effort, highlighting prayers by significant figures seeking mercy for the beleaguered citizens of Rhodes. The dramatis personae include celestial beings, the formidable Ottoman leader, and the steadfast Amedeo himself, showcasing not only the human struggle but also the divine framework underpinning the epic’s unfolding events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15136
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