Toulouse In The Renaissance: The Floral Games; University And Student Life; Etienne Dolet 1532-1534

By John Charles Dawson

Book Overview

""Toulouse in the Renaissance: The Floral Games; University and Student Life; Etienne Dolet 1532-1534"" is a historical non-fiction book written by John Charles Dawson. The book provides a detailed account of Toulouse, a city in southwestern France, during the Renaissance period. The author focuses on three main themes: the Floral Games, university and student life, and the life of Etienne Dolet, a French scholar and printer.The Floral Games were a series of poetry competitions that took place in Toulouse during the Renaissance. The author explores the history and significance of these games, as well as the poets who participated in them. He also examines the social and cultural context in which the games were held, shedding light on the wider Renaissance culture in Toulouse.The book also delves into the university and student life in Toulouse during the Renaissance. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the University of Toulouse, one of the oldest universities in Europe, and its role in shaping the intellectual and cultural landscape of the city. He also explores the experiences of students, including their living conditions, social activities, and academic pursuits.Finally, the book examines the life of Etienne Dolet, a controversial figure who lived in Toulouse during the Renaissance. Dolet was a scholar, translator, and printer, who was executed in 1546 for his religious and political views. The author provides a detailed account of Dolet's life and work, as well as the political and religious tensions that led to his execution.Overall, ""Toulouse in the Renaissance: The Floral Games; University and Student Life; Etienne Dolet 1532-1534"" is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of Toulouse during the Renaissance. It offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the city's cultural, intellectual, and political history, and sheds light on some of the most important figures and events of the period.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: 1430486597
• ISBN13: 9781430486596
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"