The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini

The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini is a classic memoir written by the Italian artist and goldsmith, Benvenuto Cellini. The book is considered one of the most important autobiographies in the Italian language and provides a vivid and detailed account of Cellini's life during the Renaissance period.The book is divided into twelve chapters and covers Cellini's life from his birth in 1500 to his death in 1571. Throughout the book, Cellini describes his experiences as a goldsmith, sculptor, soldier, and musician, as well as his relationships with some of the most prominent figures of the time, including Pope Clement VII and Cosimo de' Medici.Cellini's autobiography is known for its colorful and dramatic style, as well as its frank and honest portrayal of his personal life. The book includes accounts of his numerous love affairs, his imprisonment for a crime he did not commit, and his violent temper.In addition to its historical significance, The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini is also considered a masterpiece of Italian literature. The book has been translated into numerous languages and has inspired countless artists and writers over the centuries.1910. Harvard Classics, Volume 31. Edited by Charles W. Eliot. An excellent translation of the honest, if self-aggrandized life of the epitomal sixteenth-century Renaissance man. It ranks among the greatest autobiographies ever written.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.