... Romans, which were not only models of literary style, but considered to be guides to the understanding of life. The first, and most recognized pioneers of humanism were Petrarch and Giovanni Boccaccio. Petrarch became known for his poetry, which can be described along with many humanistic writings to be very realistic, critical, and more often than not satirical. Petrarch's style is close ... string of sonnets addressed to "Laura", who appears to be a real person rather than a religious symbol, as in most European writings. Giovanni Boccacio studied and wrote at about the same time as P...

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