
PROPRIETÁ LETTERARIA - NOVEMBRE MCMXI—29238 - LA MARFISA BIZZARRA - POEMA FACETO - A SUA ECCELLENZA LA SIGNORA CATERINA DOLFINO CAVALIERA E PROCURATORESSA TRON - CARLO GOZZI
PREFAZIONE - SCRITTA TRA 'L DUBBIO CHE SIA NECESSARIA E 'L DUBBIO CHE SIA INCONCLUDENTE
CANTO PRIMO - ARGOMENTO.
II. ANNOTAZIONI - AVVERTIMENTO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO PRIMO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO SECONDO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO TERZO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO QUARTO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO QUINTO
ANNOTAZIONI AL CANTO SESTO
A twelve‑canto poetic suite unfolds with a bright, mischievous spirit, inviting listeners into a world where satire and lyric intertwine. The verses, styled as a “faceto” poem, tease the conventions of serious literature while celebrating the art of playful critique. Through vivid images and witty turns of phrase, the work sketches the eccentric figure of Marfisa, whose oddities become a mirror for broader human quirks.
The narrator’s voice is both self‑conscious and daring, offering a commentary on the role of the satirist and the challenges of honest expression in a modern age. Listeners will hear a lively blend of humor, moral observation, and elegant language that both entertains and nudges the imagination toward deeper reflection. This engaging opening promises a charming journey through wit, affection, and the timeless dance between seriousness and jest.
Language
it
Duration
~7 hours (408K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-10-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1720–1806
A sharp-witted Venetian dramatist, he turned fairy tales into lively stage works and became one of the great defenders of commedia dell’arte. His plays later inspired famous operas, including versions of Turandot and The Love of Three Oranges.
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