The Dark Ages and the Age of Gold

Más información sobre el libro

Focusing on the cultural transition from the medieval past to the modern world, the author explores this significant shift in Western history, pinpointing the sixteenth century in England and two centuries earlier on the continent. By synthesizing a diverse array of quotations and references from art, music, philosophy, theology, and science, the book provides a comprehensive interpretation of how these elements interconnect and contribute to the break from tradition, offering a provocative perspective on historical change.