Pietro Bembo

Pietro Bembo (1470-1547) was an influential Italian poet, scholar, and cardinal during the Renaissance. He played a key role in developing the Italian language and literature by advocating for the use of Tuscan dialect, which became the foundation for modern Italian. Bembo's works, including his poetry and treatises on language, emphasized the beauty and expressiveness of Italian. He also took a significant interest in classical texts, helping to revive interest in ancient literature. His ideas shaped the literary culture of the time and his influence can be seen in the works of later writers like Tasso and Milton.