as meteors and earthquakes—and of commonplace moral philosophy". The work actually consists of four books in (six-line stanzas in a specific rhyming scheme). The first book treats of astronomy and meteorology; the second of astrology, of physiognomy, and of the vices and virtues; the third of minerals and of the love of animals; while the fourth propounds and solves a number of moral and physical problems. Of a fifth book, on theology, the initial chapter alone was completed. Works References Bibliography 1257 births 1327 deaths 14th-century Italian physicians 14th-century Italian writers Italian poets Italian male poets People executed for heresy Executed Italian people People from the Province of Teramo Victims of the Inquisition People executed by Florence People from Teramo