renaissance

A graphic novel biography of Leonardo da Vinci from his childhood in Vinci to Florence where he honed his skills as a great artist.

"Art historian Simonetta Carr draws on recent scholarship that challenges the traditional view of Michelangelo as a recluse. Readers will also learn about the complex and fluid era of the Italian Renaissance and how the times affected his life and work. Lavish photos, informative sidebars, a time line, glossary, and suggestions for further readings add value, while 21 hands-on activities help young readers identify with the artist and his work. Kids will make homemade paint, apply the cross-hatching technique used by Michelangelo, make an "antique" statue, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the interconnections between classical and religious cultures in Renaissance Italy at the start of the European Reformation.

A chronological narrative of England's history and development during the Italian Renaissance that explores how each country's cultural history was influenced by the other during the time period.

Chronicles the lives of 42 European monarchs from 1400 to 1600.

A history of the Renaissance, examining the economic, social, and technological undergirdings of the sudden outpouring of genius, and providing analyses of specific artists and their works of literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture.

An awakening, a rebirth called the Renaissance, changed Europe and the world from the 14th to the 16th century. The movement influenced all parts of society-art, science, architecture, literature, religion, politics, economics, and philosophy. Florence, Italy, the birthplace of the Renaissance, thrived in its dynamic climate. Like most of the poor, this movement did not affect Antonia. She still roamed the streets barefoot with other kids begging for bread. However, things changed when she became a servant in the palace of the Medici, the most powerful family in the region. Let's travel back to 15th-century Florence and visit Antonia who is anxious to tell about her life and Renaissance Italy.

The rebirth of knowledge, art, and philosophy, and a rejuvenation of banking and business, mark the period known as the Renaissance. Follow the important events in this flourishing of Western culture.

Author Strathern describes the modest origins of the famous Medici family, their rise to power in Florence during the Italian Renaissance, and the artists and scientists they helped to flourish. Also profiles the lives of Medici family members like Giovanni, the banker and patriarch of the family; Cosimo, the erudite politician and art patron; flamboyant Lorenzo and his clash with Savonarola; and the ladies of the Medici family, like Catherine, who became Queen of France.

Learn how to land a role-playing job, performing in character with guests or onstage. Also covered are the many areas in which you can exercise your interests away from the spotlight. Readers will learn how to leverage such skills as acting, dancing, and doing crafts to nail an interview, audition, or future career in or out of the fair environment.