Humanist Educational Treatises
- 384bladzijden
- 14 uur lezen
This volume contains four of the most important theoretical statements that emerged from the early humanists' efforts to reform medieval education.
Craig Kallendorf Boeken
Craig W. Kallendorf, hoogleraar moderne en klassieke talen, duikt in de ingewikkelde relatie tussen literatuur en haar lezers, met name in de vruchtbare bodem van de Italiaanse Renaissance. Zijn wetenschap belicht hoe teksten geen statische entiteiten zijn, maar evolueren door de actieve betrokkenheid van hun publiek. Kallendorfs benadering biedt een diepgaand inzicht in hoe literaire werken worden gevormd door de historische context en culturele receptie. Lezers kunnen inzichtelijke verkenningen verwachten van de blijvende kracht van klassieke invloeden en hun transformatie door de eeuwen heen.
The Virgilian Tradition
Book History and the History of Reading in Early Modern Europe
- 320bladzijden
- 12 uur lezen
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