Baldassare Castiglione
Baldassare Castiglione was an Italian courtier, diplomat, and author, best known for his influential book 'The Book of the Courtier,' published in 1528, which outlined the ideals of courtly behavior and the concept of 'sprezzatura,' a term that denotes a sense of effortless elegance and sophistication that was highly valued in Renaissance society.
Born on Feb 06, 1478 (547 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 156,060 | $21,000,000 | 9,901$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 156,060 | $21,000,000 | 9,901$ |
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Baldassare Castiglione's popular 'Book of the Courtier' from 1528 originated the term 'sprezzatura.'
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