Author: Baldwin, Charles Sears
Synopsis:
In 'Renaissance literary theory and practice: Classicism in the rhetoric and poetic of Italy, France, and England 1400-1600', Charles Sears Baldwin takes readers on a captivating journey through the intellectual and artistic landscape of the Renaissance period. Delving into the works of renowned writers from Italy, France, and England, Baldwin explores the profound influence of classicism on the rhetoric and poetry of this transformative era. From the elegant sonnets of Petrarch to the eloquent prose of Montaigne and the vibrant plays of Shakespeare, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the literary theories and practices that shaped the Renaissance.
Genres: Literary Criticism, History, Cultural Studies
Themes: Classicism, Renaissance Literature, Rhetoric, Poetry, Intellectual History
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