The Italian Renaissance
Narrated by Kenneth R. Bartlett
The Great Courses: Renaissance & Early Modern History
- Released
- July 8, 2013
- Length
- 18 hrs 17 mins
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- The Great Courses
This series of 36 lectures explores the Italian Renaissance, examining the social, political, and economic factors that fueled this extraordinary period of cultural and artistic growth, particularly in city-states like Florence. Professor Bartlett delves into the lasting impact of Renaissance inventions and ideas on modern life, covering topics such as government, education, and human dignity, while highlighting both the similarities and differences between Renaissance Italy and today's world. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of how the Renaissance laid the foundation for many contemporary values and concepts.
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