The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini

The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini is a memoir written by the Italian artist and goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini. The book was first published in 1558 and is considered a classic of Renaissance literature. In the autobiography, Cellini recounts his life from his childhood in Florence to his travels throughout Italy and France as a renowned artist and sculptor. He describes his apprenticeship with a goldsmith, his work for various patrons, including the Medici family, and his encounters with other artists and intellectuals of his time. The book also includes accounts of Cellini's personal life, including his romantic relationships and his run-ins with the law. He describes his imprisonment for a murder he did not commit and his subsequent escape from prison. Throughout the book, Cellini portrays himself as a larger-than-life figure, full of passion and ambition. His writing is characterized by vivid descriptions of his adventures and a strong sense of self-confidence. The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini is an important historical document that provides insight into the life and times of a prominent figure of the Renaissance. It is also a compelling work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.