philosophy, renaissance

Introduces young readers to facts about the Italian Renaissance by highlighting the lives and works of five scientists and philosophers living during that time. Includes text-related questions and projects, quotes, timelines, a glossary, links to online resources, and color images.

Retraces the story of when Poggio Bracciolini found Lucretius' poem "On the Nature of Things," during the Renaissance and how the recirculation of this poem changed history.

An introduction to the life and work of Renaissance artist and intellectual Leonardo Da Vinci, discussing his background, his influence on the world of art, and his contributions to science and technology.

Surveys the intellectual background of man from medieval times through the Renaissance to modern times.

Retraces the story of when Poggio Bracciolini found Lucretius' poem "On the Nature of Things," during the Renaissance and how the recirculation of this poem changed history.