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A historical work published in 1860. This foundational study examines the Italian Renaissance, seeking to capture the spirit of an entire age through its politics, manners, religion, and culture. Burckhardt explores how the Renaissance shaped everything from the nature of the state to individual identity, from the revival of classical antiquity to discoveries about the world and humanity