The Book of the Courtier (Penguin Classics)

Details: Defines the essential virtues for those at Court. This title includes a series of imaginary conversations between the real-life courtiers to the Duke of Urbino, in which his speakers discuss qualities of noble behaviour - chiefly discretion and gracefulness - as well as questions such as the duties of a good government and the true nature of love.

EAN: 9780140441925

Package Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches

Languages: English, Italian