The Panorama of the Renaissance Author:Margaret Aston The great turning point of Western civilization that we call the Renaissance marked the emergence of the modern world from the Dark Ages. This ingenious, profusely illustrated book presents the entire epoch of the Renaissance through a spectacular array of images and invites readers to follow the great lives, explore the themes, and witness the... more » major events of this exciting era. More than 1,000 illustrations, 578 in full color, 8 5/8 x 11"« less