The Renaissance Of The Greek Ideal (1914)

By Diana Watts

Book Overview

The Renaissance of the Greek Ideal is a book written by Diana Watts in 1914. The book explores the impact of Greek ideals on the Renaissance period in Europe. The author examines the revival of classical Greek art, literature, and philosophy during the 14th and 15th centuries, which led to a renaissance of the Greek ideal.Watts delves into the influence of Greek ideals on the works of artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. She also looks at the impact of Greek philosophy on the works of thinkers such as Petrarch, Erasmus, and Thomas More.The book provides a detailed analysis of the cultural and intellectual climate of the Renaissance period, highlighting the role of Greek ideals in shaping the era's artistic and intellectual achievements. It also explores the impact of the Renaissance on subsequent periods of European history.Overall, The Renaissance of the Greek Ideal is a comprehensive study of the influence of Greek ideals on the Renaissance period, providing valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual history of Europe.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: 1165931508
• ISBN13: 9781165931507
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 11.0"