Humanist Educational Treatises
- 384pages
- 14 heures de lecture
This volume contains four of the most important theoretical statements that emerged from the early humanists' efforts to reform medieval education.
Craig Kallendorf Livres
Craig W. Kallendorf, professeur de langues modernes et classiques, explore la relation complexe entre la littérature et ses lecteurs, en particulier dans le terrain fertile de la Renaissance italienne. Son érudition éclaire comment les textes ne sont pas des entités statiques, mais évoluent par l'engagement actif de leur public. L'approche de Kallendorf offre une profonde compréhension de la manière dont les œuvres littéraires sont façonnées par le contexte historique et la réception culturelle. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à des explorations perspicaces du pouvoir durable des influences classiques et de leur transformation au fil des siècles.
The Virgilian Tradition
Book History and the History of Reading in Early Modern Europe
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Focusing on the reception of Virgil in early modern Europe, this collection of essays explores the intersections of book history and reading practices. It examines traditional literary values and the influence of rhetoric on criticism. The author highlights the role of title pages, illustrations, and marginalia in shaping interpretations. The volume culminates in four specialized studies that illustrate how these broader themes manifest in specific neo-Latin works from the early modern era, providing a nuanced understanding of literary engagement during this period.
Focusing on the influence of Virgil's works, this collection features thirteen essays by historian Craig Kallendorf that explore early modern history, book history, and cultural history. It offers insights into how Virgil's legacy shaped various aspects of literature and society, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students in these fields.
"A short-title catalogue of all printed editions of Virgil, from 1469 through 1850, containing almost five thousand entries. Each includes the printer, place of publication, names of any translators, editors, and commentators, and an indication of where a copy of the book may be found"--Provided by publisher