Renaissance (1855)

Renaissance is a historical non-fiction book written by Jules Michelet and first published in 1855. The book explores the period of the Renaissance, which began in Italy in the 14th century and spread throughout Europe, marking a significant cultural and intellectual rebirth after the Middle Ages. Michelet's book covers a wide range of topics, including the revival of classical learning, the rise of humanism, the development of art and architecture, and the impact of the printing press on society. He also delves into the political and religious changes that occurred during this period, such as the Reformation and the rise of nation-states.Throughout the book, Michelet emphasizes the importance of individualism and the pursuit of knowledge, as well as the role of women in the Renaissance. He also highlights the influence of prominent figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Galileo Galilei.Overall, Renaissance is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most transformative periods in European history, written by a renowned historian and scholar.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.