The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy

Discover the monumental work, 'The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy,' authored by the esteemed historian Jacob Burckhardt. This gripping trade paperback offers an insightful exploration into the Italian Renaissance, hailed as the dawn of the modern world, and illuminates the era's profound influence on culture, politics, and the arts. Burckhardt expertly delves into the vibrant Italian city-states of Florence, Venice, and Rome, illustrating how these hubs fostered individualism and competition among great minds like Dante and Michelangelo. Readers will be captivated by Burckhardt's fascinating narrative, which reflects the rich tapestry of the Renaissance—a time marked by vibrant creativity and groundbreaking ideas that shaped the course of Western civilization. This edition, published by Penguin UK, features 416 pages filled with intellectual depth and vivid descriptions, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts and students alike. Experience the rebirth of humanism and dive into the artistic achievements that personified this remarkable period. With its robust analyses and engaging prose, this book serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Renaissance society. Get ready to immerse yourself in a meticulous account of how the Italian Renaissance laid the groundwork for modern thought and artistic expression. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, ensuring that this essential addition to your bookshelf arrives at your doorstep in no more than 10 days. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this influential masterpiece of cultural history.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140445343
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 1990
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 416


Description:
For nineteenth-century Swiss historian Jacob Burckhardt, the Italian Renaissance was nothing less than the beginning of the modern world - a world in which flourishing individualism and the competition for fame radically transformed science, the arts, and politics. In this landmark work he depicts the Italian city-states of Florence, Venice and Rome as providing the seeds of a new form of society, and traces the rise of the creative individual, from Dante to Michelangelo. A fascinating description of an era of cultural transition, this nineteenth-century masterpiece was to become the most influential interpretation of the Italian Renaissance, and anticipated ideas such as Nietzsche's concept of the 'Ubermensch' in its portrayal of an age of genius.

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