Marinism

Marinism, or Secentismo in Italian literally means 17th century and was a creative style against classical. The style originated from the 17th-century poet Giambattista Marino, in part three of his play La lira, or The Lyre. (1614) Marinism used metaphors, hyperbole, word play, and myths, and often tried to shock the audience. The style also appeared in poetry. Marino also founded a poetic school of marinism.

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Giambattista Marino: Giambattista Marino (also Giovan Battista Marino; 18 October 1569 - 25 March 1625) was an Italian poet who was born in Naples. He is most famous for his long epic L'Adone....

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