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Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne: The Italian Renaissance [Ppt]

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed slideshow that presents key concepts and ideas on Renaissance economics, society, politics, arts and architecture, philosophy, the Papacy, and the spread of humanism. The significant individuals in each category are also...
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Santa Fe Institute: Pico Della Mirandola by Walter Pater

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a scholarly look at the life, works, philosophy, and influence of Pico della Mirandola.
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Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: Excerpt From Ackroyd's the "Life of Thomas More"

For Students 9th - 10th
A great look at both More's life and this great biography written by Ackroyd.
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Luminarium

Luminarium: Renaissance Literature: The Life of Sir Thomas More

For Students 9th - 10th
A great biography, focused mainly on his life and career in the courts. Also contains a great bibliography.
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Luminarium

Luminarium: The History of King Richard the Third

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography written by More on Richard the Third, this text is in Old English, which can be difficult at times to read.
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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: Niccolo Machiavelli (1469 1527)

For Students 9th - 10th
This short biography of Machiavelli includes a color portrait, links to more information about important ideas, and recommended primary and secondary sources.
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Article
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Sheffield Hallam: Utopia as Mirror for a Life and Times

For Students 9th - 10th
A great online article from Sheffield Hallam University. Excellent to read along with Utopia, or perhaps after an initial read.
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Oregon State University

Oregon State University: Sir Thomas More

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource, containing career biography, timeline, and bibliography.
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The St. Thomas More Web Site

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains at least one link to each of the important areas.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Michel Eyquen De Montaigne

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography containing some references to Essays and a general overview of his philosophy. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around...