The Idea of the Italian Renaissance

Examines Italian Renaissance writings with the objective of formulating an idea of the Italian Renaissance. Topics may include philosophy, literature, art, architecture, science, religion, magic or linguistic issues. Authors studied may include Guicciardini, Ficino, Castiglione, Stampa. Students may not retain credit for both ITAL 3506 & 3517. (lec 3) cr 3