Discorsi dell’arte poetica

Discorsi dell'arte poetica (Treatise on the Art of Poetry) is a work by Torquato Tasso, written around 1560. In this treatise, Tasso discusses his views on poetry, particularly epic poetry, and his interpretation of Aristotle's Poetics. He explains his qualified acceptance of the rules set forth by Aristotle, suggesting that while unity of action is important, it should not exclude a variety of episodes. Tasso's work reflects the humanist methods and attitudes prevalent in 16th-century Italy, contributing to the ongoing discourse on literary theory and the role of poetry in moral education.12