The History of the Renaissance World: From the Rediscovery of Aristotle to the Conquest of Constantinople

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Book Synopsis: A lively and fascinating narrative history about the birth of the modern world. Beginning in the heady days just after the First Crusade, this volume―the third in the series that began with The History of the Ancient World and The History of the Medieval World―chronicles the contradictions of a world in transition. Popes continue to preach crusade, but the hope of a Christian empire comes to a bloody end at the walls of Constantinople. Aristotelian logic and Greek rationality blossom while the Inquisition gathers strength. As kings and emperors continue to insist on their divine rights, ordinary people all over the world seize power: the lingayats of India, the Jacquerie of France, the Red Turbans of China, and the peasants of England.

New threats appear, as the Ottomans emerge from a tiny Turkish village and the Mongols ride out of the East to set the world on fire. New currencies are forged, new weapons invented, and world-changing catastrophes alter the landscape: the Little Ice Age and the Great Famine kill millions; the Black Death, millions more. In the chaos of these epoch-making events, our own world begins to take shape.

Impressively researched and brilliantly told, The History of the Renaissance World offers not just the names, dates, and facts but the memorable characters who illuminate the years between 1100 and 1453―years that marked a sea change in mankind's perception of the world. 22 illustrations, 96 maps

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Discover the captivating journey of the Renaissance era with The History of the Renaissance World: From the Rediscovery of Aristotle to the Conquest of Constantinople. This enthralling narrative takes you back to the exciting aftermath of the First Crusade and unravels the contradictions of a world in transition. With this insightful volume, you can explore the blossoming of Aristotelian logic and Greek rationality, the rise of new empires, and the unstoppable momentum of ordinary people seizing power.

Immerse yourself in a world where popes preached crusades, while hope for a Christian empire was shattered at the walls of Constantinople. Witness the emergence of new threats, from the Ottoman Empire's rise to the destructive onslaught of the Mongols from the East. Moreover, delve into the cataclysmic events that altered the course of history, such as the Little Ice Age, the Great Famine, and the devastating Black Death.

What sets The History of the Renaissance World apart is its meticulous research and brilliant storytelling. This book goes beyond presenting facts and dates by humanizing the era through unforgettable characters. With 22 illustrations and 96 maps, you will be transported to a time that forever changed mankind's perception of the world.

Don't miss your chance to uncover the hidden gems and transformative events of the Renaissance. Expand your historical knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of our shared past. Embark on this remarkable journey by grabbing your copy of The History of the Renaissance World today.

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