... Latin. "In the case of Italian society, mastery of classical Latin was highly prized, as was the knowledge of the ancient civilization it unlocked"(Schiffman, 170). The study of moral philosophy gave students a strong foundation in making proper judgments. History emerged as a strong point and was stressed heavily. Historical texts, especially classical historical texts, served as a handbook to be ... people toward their acceptance and application" (Schiffman, 74). Humanist education covered many topics and taught in all areas of the studia humanitatis. A primary argument by the humanists...

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