The Old and the New Renaissance: A Group of Studies in Art and Letters (1903)

The Old and the New Renaissance: A Group of Studies in Art and Letters is a book written by Edwin Wiley and published in 1903. The book is a collection of essays that explore the Renaissance period in Europe, with a focus on the art and literature of the time. The author examines the works of famous artists and writers such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Dante, and Petrarch, and analyzes their impact on the cultural and intellectual landscape of the period. The book also delves into the social and political context of the Renaissance, exploring the role of patrons, the emergence of humanism, and the development of new artistic techniques. Overall, The Old and the New Renaissance is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important periods in European history, and a must-read for anyone interested in art, literature, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.