Books:
* The Poetics of Love in the Italian Renaissance (1987): This is perhaps Forcione's most famous work, which analyzes the poetic tradition of love in the Italian Renaissance, focusing on Dante, Petrarch, and other major figures.
* Dante: The Poet of the Body (2004): This book examines the physical aspects of Dante's poetry, arguing that the body plays a crucial role in the construction of meaning.
* Petrarch's Lyric Poetry: The Complete English Translations (2011): Forcione provides a comprehensive collection of Petrarch's sonnets, canzoni, and other lyrics, accompanied by his insightful commentary.
* Petrarch and the Language of Love (2016): This book delves into Petrarch's use of language to express love, exploring the interplay between the poet's personal feelings and the conventions of the time.
Articles and Essays:
Forcione has also authored numerous articles and essays on various topics related to Italian literature, including:
* Dante's "Commedia"
* Petrarch's "Canzoniere"
* The Italian Renaissance
* The history of Italian literary criticism
Other Works:
He has also edited and contributed to several anthologies and critical studies of Italian literature.
Key Themes in Forcione's Work:
Forcione's work is characterized by its:
* Close textual analysis: He examines the language and form of literary works with great precision.
* Interdisciplinary approach: He draws on insights from philosophy, history, and cultural studies to illuminate his literary analyses.
* Emphasis on the body: He recognizes the importance of the physical body in the construction of meaning in literature.
* Attention to the historical context: He situates literary works within their historical and cultural contexts.
Forcione's scholarship has significantly contributed to our understanding of Italian literature and its major figures. His work is essential reading for anyone interested in the Italian Renaissance, Dante, Petrarch, and the poetics of love.