Renaissance Types (1901)

By William Samuel Lilly

Book Overview

Renaissance Types is a book written by William Samuel Lilly and published in 1901. The book is a comprehensive study of the types and characters that existed during the Renaissance period, which was a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in Europe. Lilly's work explores the various social classes and professions that were prominent during the Renaissance, including nobles, merchants, artists, and scholars. He also examines the different personality types and character traits that were valued during this time, such as wit, intelligence, and creativity. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Renaissance life. These chapters cover topics such as the courtier, the scholar, the artist, and the soldier. Throughout the book, Lilly provides detailed descriptions and examples of each type, drawing on historical sources and literary works from the period. Overall, Renaissance Types is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Renaissance period. It provides a fascinating insight into the social and intellectual landscape of this era, and is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164940252
• ISBN13: 9781164940258
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"