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Dramatist

Vittorio Alfieri was an Italian dramatist born on January 16, 1749, and died on October 8, 1803. His works had a profound impact on 19th-century drama.

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Famous Vittorio Alfieri Quotes

“If ardent passions push not men on to lofty enterprise, calm wisdom never will accomplish it.”

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Book:The Tragedies of Vittorio Alfieri: Philip. Polynices. Antigone. Virginia. Agamemnon. Orestes. Rosmunda. Octavia. Timoleon. Merope. Mary Stuart

Source: The Tragedies of Vittorio Alfieri: Philip. Polynices. Antigone. Virginia. Agamemnon. Orestes. Rosmunda. Octavia. Timoleon. Merope. Mary Stuart

About the Author

Born: January 16, 1749
Died: October 8, 1803
Known for: Dramatist
Quotes: 28

Books & Sources

The Tragedies of Vittorio Alfieri: Complete, Including His Posthumous WorksRelated source material

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Oreste: Tragedia in Cinque AttiRelated source material

The Tragedies of Vittorio Alfieri: Philip. Polynices. Antigone. Virginia. Agamemnon. Orestes. Rosmunda. Octavia. Timoleon. Merope. Mary StuartRelated source material

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