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Title:
The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 08
The Later Renaissance: from Gutenberg to the Reformation
Note: This volume covers A.D. 1438-1516.
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 08" by Johnson, Horne, and Rudd is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume features a comprehensive and engaging narrative of significant events throughout history, enhancing the reader's understanding of the world's historical developments through the lens of esteemed historians. Covering themes such as the Renaissance and the profound changes it ushered in, the book focuses on pivotal moments that shaped the course of history, exploring issues of power, culture, and ideology. The opening of this volume presents a rich overview of the later Renaissance period, emphasizing the transition from the medieval era to modernity. It begins by discussing the importance of the invention of printing and various socio-political changes in Europe, including the rise of influential figures like Ivan III in Russia and John Hunyady in Hungary. The narrative highlights how these events interconnect to create a tapestry of historical significance, from the intellectual supremacy of Italy to military conflicts like the Wars of the Roses, and the expansion of the Spanish Empire following the Reconquista. Each historical episode is framed within the context of the broader cultural and political shifts of the time, setting the stage for the detailed explorations that follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Johnson, Rossiter, 1840-1931
Editor: Horne, Charles F. (Charles Francis), 1870-1942
Editor: Rudd, John, LL. D.
EBook No.: 10103
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: World history
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 08
The Later Renaissance: from Gutenberg to the Reformation
Note: This volume covers A.D. 1438-1516.
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 08" by Johnson, Horne, and Rudd is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume features a comprehensive and engaging narrative of significant events throughout history, enhancing the reader's understanding of the world's historical developments through the lens of esteemed historians. Covering themes such as the Renaissance and the profound changes it ushered in, the book focuses on pivotal moments that shaped the course of history, exploring issues of power, culture, and ideology. The opening of this volume presents a rich overview of the later Renaissance period, emphasizing the transition from the medieval era to modernity. It begins by discussing the importance of the invention of printing and various socio-political changes in Europe, including the rise of influential figures like Ivan III in Russia and John Hunyady in Hungary. The narrative highlights how these events interconnect to create a tapestry of historical significance, from the intellectual supremacy of Italy to military conflicts like the Wars of the Roses, and the expansion of the Spanish Empire following the Reconquista. Each historical episode is framed within the context of the broader cultural and political shifts of the time, setting the stage for the detailed explorations that follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Johnson, Rossiter, 1840-1931
Editor: Horne, Charles F. (Charles Francis), 1870-1942
Editor: Rudd, John, LL. D.
EBook No.: 10103
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: World history
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.