Alfieri, Vittario, 1749-1803
Dates
- Existence: 1749 - 1803
Biography
Count Vittorio Alfieri ( 16 January 1749 – 8 October 1803) was an Italian dramatist and poet, considered the "founder of Italian tragedy." He wrote nineteen tragedies, sonnets, satires, and a notable autobiography.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Vittario Alfieri letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 799427
Mss 799427
Date(s):
1799-07-27
Scope and Contents
Letter from Vittario Alfieri of Florance to an unidentified person informing him that his friend was released from confinement in May. Mentions his works Mirogallo and La Tirannide. Is polishing up his Alcesti.