The Renaissance
European Renaissance which involved a renewed emphasis on the spirit of enquiry, marked the start of modern period in Europe. The Renaissance is credited with bridging the gap between the Middle Ages and modern-day civilization. The term, ‘Renaissance’, means ‘rebirth’ or ‘revival’. This movement started in Italy around 15 century CE and soon spread to the whole of Europe. It was characterised by a reawakening of interest in the study of ancient classics. Human existence became the focus of many disciplines during this period. Knowledge was pursued to understand human affairs and find solutions to human problems. This new attitude was called Humanism. Shakespeare and Milton are two authors who excelled in tis time period with their works on various aspects of Life. Dante and St. Thomas More wrote about the society. Other renaissance scholars, like Francesco Petrarch and Giovanni Boccaccio, wrote in their national language, Italian, about secular themes. This was a sta...