Humanism and America

An Intellectual History of English Colonisation, 1500 1625

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• Andrew Fitzmaurice

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• 236 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

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Exploring the influence of Renaissance humanism, this study delves into its significant role in shaping the English colonization of America. It examines how humanist ideals informed the motivations, strategies, and cultural exchanges of early English settlers, highlighting the intersection of intellectual thought and colonial expansion. Through detailed analysis, the book reveals the lasting effects of these humanist principles on the development of American identity and society.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Einband: Hardcover