I Tre Giulj o sieno Sonetti di Niceste Abideno sopra l'Importunità di un Creditor di Tre Giulj

A modest yet lively collection of sonnets, penned in the late seventeenth century, turns the everyday annoyance of a persistent creditor into a playful literary duel. The poet frames each verse with a courteous pre‑face, full of self‑deprecating humor and gentle chiding of critics, while simultaneously showcasing an impressive grasp of Roman history and the legacy of the ancient Falisci metropolis.

The verses glide between mock‑solemnity and sincere feeling, letting the listener hear the rhythm of baroque Italian while the author’s wry commentary on friendship, duty, and the art of publishing adds an intimate, conversational layer. As the poet meanders through imagined landscapes of Pindus and solitary walks of thought, the sonnets reveal a keen intellect that delights in wordplay without abandoning genuine emotion. This early act offers a charming portrait of an author defending his creative freedom against relentless demands, inviting the audience to share in his witty resistance.