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Author:
Lepage, John L., 1956-
Title:
The revival of antique philosophy in the Renaissance / by John L. Lepage.
Edition:
1st ed.
Publisher:
Palgrave Macmillan,
Copyright Date:
2012
Description:
xiii, 281 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subject:
European literature--Renaissance, 1450-1600--History and criticism.
Philosophy, Ancient, in literature.
Wit and humor in literature.
Aesthetics, Renaissance.
Humanism.
LITERARY CRITICISM / Renaissance.
LITERARY CRITICISM / European / General.
PHILOSOPHY / Aesthetics.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:
"This book examines the revival of antique philosophy in the Renaissance as a literary preoccupation informed by wit. Rich in detail, this study offers a systematic treatment of wide-ranging Renaissance imagery and metaphors andpresents a detailed iconography of certain classical philosophers. Ultimately, the problems of Renaissance humanism are revealed to reflect the concerns of humanists in the twenty-first century"--Provided by publisher.
"This book analyzes the revival of antique phylosophy in the Renaissance as a literary preoccupation informed by wit"--Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
1137281812 (hardback)
9781137281814 (hardback)
OCLC:
(OCoLC)794037051
LCCN:
2012031258
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)

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