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The Courtier

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'The Courtier' is a book of manners that describes the ideal attributes of a courtier or member of a royal court.

Written as a series of fictional conversations between courtiers and nobles, the book explores topics such as noble virtue, etiquette, love, and the arts.

Castiglione emphasizes the importance of sprezzatura, or effortless grace, in a courtier's behavior and actions.

The work provides insights into the social and political dynamics of Renaissance courts.

It reflects the era's values and ideals.

The book had a profound influence on European aristocratic culture and became a standard guide for courtiers and anyone seeking to improve their social standing.

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as a work that presents a similar argument to Plato's Symposium, suggesting that love involves longing for nobility.
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