... grammar- specifically the scientific study of grammar which is called philology. Rhetoric- the art of speaking eloquently which would become crucially important especially in public speaking. Poetry- the purest form of literary expression and through poetry the inner-self can be released. History- they were very conscious of themselves being separate from medieval times. And ethics- which would be at the core ... other European Universities such as the University of Vienna, the University of Cologne, and the University of Paris. They didn't like the scholarship that humanists taught esp...

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... the first modern poet of the Italian Renaissance. Many historians consider him the "modern man" because of his innovative poems focusing on individuality. His use of the sonnet form of poetry influenced future English poets such as Geoffrey Chaucer and William Shakespeare. Petrarch believed that Italy should continue in the cultural tradition of the Roman Empire and wrote in both classical ... Madonna Laura or Canzoniere (Songbook). Laura never returned his love and his lifelong, constant love for her was intense, personal and pure. This type of feeling was new in European poetry. Sonne...

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... 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 to those of the classical authors ... today, nearly 600 years later, their works are still being studied and enjoyed throughout the world. Michelangelo is known as probably the greatest artist of the Renaissance, excelling in painting, poe...

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... texts (Humanism: Italy" 4). It became evident that no longer were the teachings of the church solely sovereign. As a result, humanism was reflected in all types of literary works; rhetorical pieces, poetry, historical accounts, and even books on education and daily life. Baldassare Castiglione, a diplomat and military advisor from Milan, was significantly influenced by the spread of humanism. He was a great example ... ...

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... era, The Renaissance also marked a cognitive shift from a religious perspective to a more intellectual and social focus. Classical texts previously lost to European scholars became readily available and included science, drama, poetry, prose, philosophy, and new ideas regarding Christian theology. The medieval ages, a period in European history dating from the 5th to the 15th centuries, preceded the dawn of the Early modern ... ...

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... he requests that some music be composed. The type of music requested is one that led to a whole new genre. He influenced Heirich Issak to set some of his own poetry to music which allowed Isaak to gain the skills necessary to become a talented and famous artist that he was. All in all, the Renaissance was an extraordinary time where numerous ... ...

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... today, nearly 600 years later, their works are still being studied and enjoyed throughout the world. Michelangelo is known as probably the greatest artist of the Renaissance, excelling in painting, poetry, sculpture, and architecture. Michelangelo was well known for capturing the essence of the human body, an achievement well sought after in the Renaissance. The list of his achievements is endless ... ...

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