Civilization of Europe in the RenaissanceSimon and Schuster, 1995 - 648 pages From Simon & Schuster, The Civilization of Europe in the Renaissance is John Hale's exploration of Europe during one of history's most expansive period. Exploring every aspect of art, philosophy, politics, life and culture between 1450 and 1620, this enthralling panorama examines one of the most fascinating and exciting periods in European history. |
Contents
The Discovery of Europe | 3 |
The Countries of Europe | 51 |
The Divisions of Europe | 94 |
Traffic | 143 |
Transformations | 189 |
Transmissions | 282 |
Civility | 355 |
Civility in Danger? | 420 |
The Control of Man | 464 |
The Taming of Nature | 509 |
Our Age | 585 |
Notes | 595 |
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