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LoC No.: 14015378
Title: The century of Columbus
Credits: Produced by Don Kostuch
Summary: "The Century of Columbus" by James J. Walsh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the transformative period in human history between 1450 and 1550, which encompasses the age of discovery, particularly focusing on the achievements that defined the Renaissance. Walsh argues that this century was marked by an exceptional number of influential figures in various fields, including art, science, and exploration, with Christopher Columbus' discoveries serving as a significant highlight of this era. The opening portion of the work sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the intellectual and cultural achievements during Columbus' Century. Walsh provides context around the backdrop of human progress leading to the discovery of America, emphasizing the remarkable advancements made in arts and sciences during this time, often referred to as the Renaissance. The introduction outlines Walsh’s perspective that the period witnessed unparalleled accomplishments across diverse disciplines, ultimately shaping modern civilization. He hints at the extensive content to follow, which will delve into significant figures, innovations, and the broader impact of this era's achievements on future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 51.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942
EBook No.: 35095
Published: Jan 28, 2011
Downloads: 354
Language: English
Subject: Renaissance
LoCC: History: History of civilization
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 14015378
Title: The century of Columbus
Credits: Produced by Don Kostuch
Summary: "The Century of Columbus" by James J. Walsh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the transformative period in human history between 1450 and 1550, which encompasses the age of discovery, particularly focusing on the achievements that defined the Renaissance. Walsh argues that this century was marked by an exceptional number of influential figures in various fields, including art, science, and exploration, with Christopher Columbus' discoveries serving as a significant highlight of this era. The opening portion of the work sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the intellectual and cultural achievements during Columbus' Century. Walsh provides context around the backdrop of human progress leading to the discovery of America, emphasizing the remarkable advancements made in arts and sciences during this time, often referred to as the Renaissance. The introduction outlines Walsh’s perspective that the period witnessed unparalleled accomplishments across diverse disciplines, ultimately shaping modern civilization. He hints at the extensive content to follow, which will delve into significant figures, innovations, and the broader impact of this era's achievements on future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 51.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Walsh, James J. (James Joseph), 1865-1942
EBook No.: 35095
Published: Jan 28, 2011
Downloads: 354
Language: English
Subject: Renaissance
LoCC: History: History of civilization
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.