Epistles by Pseudo-Phalaris, translated by Francesco Griffolini, 15th century
Contents
This section contains a version of Pseudo-Phalaris’ Epistles by Francesco Griffolini, referred to as Francisci Aretini in the manuscript. He was a 15th century humanist and translator.
In this manuscript, this text is titled Francisci Aretini in Phalaridis tyranni Agrigentinorum epistolas ad illustrem principem Malatestam. Novellum de Malatestis prohemium feliciter incipit and starts on f. 93r with the words Vellem Malatesta Novelle princeps illustris tantam mini dicendi. It ends on f. 141v with remium accepissent. Vale finis. Finis Epistolarum Phalaridis deo Gracias. Amen.
This section is in the same hand as the rest of the manuscript.
Dates
- Creation: 15th century
Creator
- Griffolini, Francesco, 1418-1483 (Italian humanist and translator) (Translator, Person)
- Pseudo-Phalaris (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
Latin
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to all. The manuscripts can be consulted in the Centre for Research Collections, Edinburgh University Main Library.
Full Extent
49 folios
Repository Details
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