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The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy

by Jacob Burckhardt ...

Translated by S. Middlemore ...

For nineteenth-century Swiss historian Jacob Burckhardt, the Italian Renaissance was nothing less than the beginning of the modern world - a world in which flourishing individualism and the competition for fame radically transformed science, the arts, and politics. In this landmark work he depicts the Italian city-states of Florence, Venice and Rome as providing the seeds of a new form of society, ... Read more

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For nineteenth-century Swiss historian Jacob Burckhardt, the Italian Renaissance was nothing less than the beginning of the modern world - a world in which flourishing individualism and the competition for fame radically transformed science, the arts, and politics. In this landmark work he depicts the Italian city-states of Florence, Venice and Rome as providing the seeds of a new form of society,
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Walled Nun of Avila, The

A Spanish Folk Legend

by S.G.C. Middlemore ...

Narrated by Cathy Dobson ...

Unabridged

15 min

An old Spanish ghost story about a former convent which is haunted by a young nun who fell in love and broke her vows. Her punishment was to be walled up alive. Her tormented ghost haunts the cloister...until one day the occupants decide to unbrick the wall where the nun died, and the family find something quite unexpected. ... Read more

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An old Spanish ghost story about a former convent which is haunted by a young nun who fell in love and broke her vows. Her punishment was to be walled up alive. Her tormented ghost haunts the cloister...until one day the occupants decide to unbrick the wall where the nun died, and the family find something quite unexpected.
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Serpent Woman, The

A Spanish Folk Legend

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When Don Juan returns home after years of travel, he brings with him a beautiful and mysterious young wife, Dona Pepa. Despite her beauty, Dona Pepa is mistrusted and disliked by everyone.Several years after this, Don Juan invites his nephew, Don Luis, for an extended visit. Don Luis takes an instant dislike to his aunt. Moreover, he often sees a sinister snake around the house, which fills him ... Read more

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When Don Juan returns home after years of travel, he brings with him a beautiful and mysterious young wife, Dona Pepa. Despite her beauty, Dona Pepa is mistrusted and disliked by everyone.Several years after this, Don Juan invites his nephew, Don Luis, for an extended visit. Don Luis takes an instant dislike to his aunt. Moreover, he often sees a sinister snake around the house, which fills him
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Fire Spirit, The

A Spanish Folk Legend

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When the elderly widow Cipriana is visited by a strange and scary fire spirit, he tells her that he will help her to make her fortune. The weird elf tells her that he is responsible for fires all over the world and he tells her of a major fire that will break out in the city of Murcia in two weeks time. He advises Cipriana to go to the authorities there and predict the fire. Of course, she will ... Read more

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When the elderly widow Cipriana is visited by a strange and scary fire spirit, he tells her that he will help her to make her fortune. The weird elf tells her that he is responsible for fires all over the world and he tells her of a major fire that will break out in the city of Murcia in two weeks time. He advises Cipriana to go to the authorities there and predict the fire. Of course, she will
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Spanish Folk Legends

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A collection of fascinating legends from Spain, including ghost stories, forgotton crimes, unexplained mysteries, magic, and witchcraft."The Fire Spirit""The Fisherman""The Masked Ball""The Petrified Man""The Smuggler’s Daughter""The Serpent Woman""The Walled Nun of Avila""The Were-Wolf""The Castle of Jativa" ... Read more

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A collection of fascinating legends from Spain, including ghost stories, forgotton crimes, unexplained mysteries, magic, and witchcraft."The Fire Spirit""The Fisherman""The Masked Ball""The Petrified Man""The Smuggler’s Daughter""The Serpent Woman""The Walled Nun of Avila""The Were-Wolf""The Castle of Jativa"
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The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy

Unabridged Edition with Footnotes

by Jacob Burckhardt ...

Translated by Samuel George Chetwynd Middlemore ...

Jacob Burckhardt played a pivotal role in shaping historical thought and our understanding of the European Renaissance. His work, particularly this renowned treatise, forged a groundbreaking vision of that period, placing it at the center of reflections on European culture and identity. Burckhardt had the insight to perceive the substantial discontinuity between the medieval and Renaissance eras, ... Read more

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Jacob Burckhardt played a pivotal role in shaping historical thought and our understanding of the European Renaissance. His work, particularly this renowned treatise, forged a groundbreaking vision of that period, placing it at the center of reflections on European culture and identity. Burckhardt had the insight to perceive the substantial discontinuity between the medieval and Renaissance eras,
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The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. A Classic Study of Italian Renaissance Culture, Humanism, Politics, and the Birth of Modern Individuality

by Jacob Burckhardt, Gemma Yateswell ...

Translated by S. G. C. Middlemore ...

Jacob Burckhardt's The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy is a foundational work of cultural history, presenting the Italian Renaissance not merely as an artistic flowering but as the birth of modern individuality, secular politics, and self-conscious cultural life. Written in a lucid, aphoristic, and interpretive style, the book moves across statecraft, humanism, social manners, religion, ... Read more

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Jacob Burckhardt's The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy is a foundational work of cultural history, presenting the Italian Renaissance not merely as an artistic flowering but as the birth of modern individuality, secular politics, and self-conscious cultural life. Written in a lucid, aphoristic, and interpretive style, the book moves across statecraft, humanism, social manners, religion,
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The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy

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by Jacob Burckhardt, Colin Finch ...

Translated by S. G. C. Middlemore ...

In "The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy," Jacob Burckhardt presents a seminal exploration of the cultural, artistic, and intellectual revolution that marked the Italian Renaissance. Written with a distinctive narrative style that merges meticulous historical analysis with vivid, evocative prose, Burckhardt delves into the nuanced interplay between individuals and the epoch's ... Read more

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In "The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy," Jacob Burckhardt presents a seminal exploration of the cultural, artistic, and intellectual revolution that marked the Italian Renaissance. Written with a distinctive narrative style that merges meticulous historical analysis with vivid, evocative prose, Burckhardt delves into the nuanced interplay between individuals and the epoch's
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The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy

Enriched edition. Exploring the Renaissance: Art, Humanism, and Society in Italy

by Jacob Burckhardt, Duncan Whitaker ...

Translated by S. G. C. Middlemore ...

Jacob Burckhardt's seminal work, "The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy," offers an intricate examination of the cultural, political, and social dynamics that characterized Italy during the Renaissance. Burckhardt's literary style is both analytical and evocative, weaving historical narrative with profound philosophical insights. His work critically engages with the renaissance as a ... Read more

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Jacob Burckhardt's seminal work, "The Civilisation of the Renaissance in Italy," offers an intricate examination of the cultural, political, and social dynamics that characterized Italy during the Renaissance. Burckhardt's literary style is both analytical and evocative, weaving historical narrative with profound philosophical insights. His work critically engages with the renaissance as a
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The Prince (Mobi Classics)

by Niccolo Machiavelli,W. K. Marriott (Translator) ...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. "All ... Read more

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This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. "All
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The Prince

by Niccolo Machiavelli ...

The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is a seminal work of political philosophy that offers profound insights into power, leadership, and governance. Immerse yourself in this influential treatise and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of politics and the art of ruling. - Engage with Machiavelli's pragmatic analysis of political power. - Delve into the principles of effective leadership and ... Read more

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The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is a seminal work of political philosophy that offers profound insights into power, leadership, and governance. Immerse yourself in this influential treatise and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of politics and the art of ruling. - Engage with Machiavelli's pragmatic analysis of political power. - Delve into the principles of effective leadership and
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The Renaissance

The Story of Civilization, Volume V

by Will Durant ...

Series series The Story of Civilization
The Story of Civilization, Volume V: A history of civilization in Italy from 1304-1576. This is the fifth volume of the classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning series. ... Read more

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The Story of Civilization, Volume V: A history of civilization in Italy from 1304-1576. This is the fifth volume of the classic, Pulitzer Prize-winning series.
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