“If our inward griefs were seen written on our brow, how many would be pitied who are now envied! [It., Se a ciascun l'interno affanno Si leggesse in fronte scritto, Quanti mai, che invidia fanno, Ci farebbero pieta!].”
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Pietro Metastasio
Pietro Metastasio, born on January 3, 1698, and died on April 12, 1782, was an Italian poet. He is one of the most famous dramatic poets of the 18th century, known for his elegant verses and dramatic works. more
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