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Book Synopsis: The Renaissance, now in its third edition, engages with earlier and current debates about the Renaissance, especially concerning its ‘modernity’, its elitism and gender bias and its globalism. This new edition has been revised to include a discussion of Venice, Rome, Naples and Florence and their relationship with surrounding courts and smaller provincial towns. Brown provides a fresh insight into some of the main themes of the Renaissance, with humanism now being explored in relation to gender, the position of women and the response of religious reformers to the new ideas. The broad geographical scope, concluding with an examination of diffusion through trade with Constantinople, Portugal and Spain, allows students to fully explore how the Renaissance transformed into a global movement. Key themes, such as humanism, art and architecture, Renaissance theatre and the invention of printing, are illustrated with quotations and exempla, making this book an invaluable source for students of the Renaissance, early modern history and social and cultural history.
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Step into the world of the Renaissance with our captivating book, "The Renaissance (Seminar Studies)". Discover the magic of this era and delve into the debates surrounding its impact on modernity, elitism, and gender bias. This third edition takes you on a journey through the incredible cities of Venice, Rome, Naples, and Florence, exploring their relationships with surrounding courts and smaller provincial towns.
Authored by the renowned historian, Brown, this revised edition brings a fresh perspective to the Renaissance. Uncover the role of humanism and its connection to gender, the position of women, and the response of religious reformers to these revolutionary ideas. The book's wide geographical scope is truly awe-inspiring, encompassing an examination of the Renaissance's influence spread through trade with Constantinople, Portugal, and Spain, truly making it a global movement.
Art and architecture, humanism, Renaissance theatre, and the invention of printing are just a few of the captivating themes brought to life through insightful quotations and exempla in this invaluable source. Whether you are a student of the Renaissance, early modern history, or social and cultural history, this book will ignite your curiosity and deepen your understanding of this remarkable period in time.
Dive into the Renaissance now and experience this transformative era. Don't miss out - get your hands on "The Renaissance (Seminar Studies)" today!
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