Publisher's Synopsis
Euphorion: Being Studies of the Antique and the Mediaeval in the Renaissance is a book written by Vernon Lee, a British author and critic. The book is a collection of essays that focus on the influence of ancient and medieval cultures on the Renaissance period. Lee explores the ways in which Renaissance artists and writers drew inspiration from classical and medieval sources, and how these sources were adapted and transformed to suit the cultural and intellectual climate of the time.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, from the influence of Greek tragedy on Renaissance drama to the use of medieval legends in Renaissance literature. Lee also examines the ways in which Renaissance artists and writers used classical and medieval motifs to express contemporary concerns, such as political power, social hierarchy, and religious belief.Euphorion is a scholarly work that is well-researched and thought-provoking. Lee's writing is clear and insightful, and her analysis of Renaissance culture is both nuanced and accessible. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, literature, or culture, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual world of the Renaissance.1884. Contains Volumes One and Two. Contents: The Sacrifice; The Italy of the Elizabethan Dramatists; The Out-Door Poetry; Symmetria Prisca; The Portrait of Art; The School of Boiardo; Mediaeval Love; and Epilogue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
