John R. Hale Books

British historian and translator, Sir John Rigby Hale, became renowned for his studies of the Renaissance. His extensive scholarship illuminates key aspects of the Italian Renaissance, from its art and politics to its social and cultural history. Hale possessed a profound understanding of the period, and his works offer penetrating insights into the lives and minds of people of the era. His literary legacy lies in bringing the Renaissance vividly to life for contemporary readers.

The Civilization of Europe in the Renaissance

Lords of the Sea
The Epic Story of the Athenian Navy and the Birth of Democracy
432 pages
16 hours of reading
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The epic true story of Themistocles and the Battle of Salamis, and a rousing history of the world's first dominant navy and the towering empire it built The Athenian Navy was one of the finest fighting forces in the history of the world. It engineered a civilization, empowered the world's first democracy, and led a band of ordinary citizens on a voyage of discovery that altered the course of history. With Lords of the Sea, renowned archaeologist John R. Hale presents, for the first time, the definitive history of the epic battles, the fearsome ships, and the men-from extraordinary leaders to seductive rogues-that established Athens's supremacy. With a scholar's insight and a storyteller's flair, Hale takes us on an unforgettable voyage with these heroes, their turbulent careers, and far-flung expeditions, bringing back to light a forgotten maritime empire and its majestic legacy.
The Civilization of Europe in the Renaissance
672 pages
24 hours of reading
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This acclaimed work by a prominent Renaissance scholar explores the intricacies of the period, showcasing its cultural and intellectual achievements. Recognized with prestigious awards like the Time-Life Silver Pen Award and The Royal Society of Literature Award, the book offers a deep dive into the era's significance, making it a vital resource for understanding Renaissance thought and its enduring impact on modern society.
Die Kultur der Renaissance in Europa
Eine Einführung in die Welt der Renaissance. John Hale schildert Malerei, Bildhauerei, Architektur, Dichtkunst und Musik dieser Zeit auf einprägsame Weise. Er zeigt auch auf, daß für ihn die Renaissance das erste Zeitalter ist, "in dem die Begriffe Europa und Europäer eine weithin verstandene Bedeutung annahmen. Diese Epoche erlebte die Entstehung einer neuen, allgemein verbreiteten Mentalität gegenüber dem, was man als die wertvollsten Aspekte zivilisierten Lebens schätzte. Sie war Zeugin der größten Flut an geistiger und kultureller Energie, die bis dahin über den europäischen Kontinent hinweggegangen war..."
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Die Renaissance
Die Medici und Florenz
Die Reisen der Entdecker
Die Reisen der Entdecker - Die Erforschung fremder Länder und Kulturen - bk873; Rowohlt Verlag; John R. Hale; pocket_book; 1971
fürsten, künstler, humanisten