The Evolution of the Grand Tour

Anglo-Italian Cultural Relations since the Renaissance

Nonfiction, History
Cover of the book The Evolution of the Grand Tour by Edward Chaney, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Edward Chaney ISBN: 9781317973669
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 14, 2014
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Edward Chaney
ISBN: 9781317973669
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 14, 2014
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

The Grand Tour has become a subject of major interest to scholars and general readers interested in exploring the historic connections between nations and their intellectual and artistic production. Although traditionally associated with the eighteenth century, when wealthy Englishmen would complete their education on the continent, the Grand Tour is here investigated in a wider context, from the decline of the Roman Empire to recent times.

Authors from Chaucer to Erasmus came to mock the custom but even the Reformation did not stop the urge to travel. From the mid-sixteenth century, northern Europeans justified travel to the south in terms of education. The English had previously travelled to Italy to study the classics; now they travelled to learn Italian and study medicine, diplomacy, dancing, riding, fencing, and, eventually, art and architecture. Famous men, and an increasing proportion of women, all contributed to establishing a convention which eventually came to dominate European culture. Documenting the lives and travels of these personalities, Professor Chaney's remarkable book provides a complete picture of one of the most fascinating phenomena in the history of western civilisation.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Grand Tour has become a subject of major interest to scholars and general readers interested in exploring the historic connections between nations and their intellectual and artistic production. Although traditionally associated with the eighteenth century, when wealthy Englishmen would complete their education on the continent, the Grand Tour is here investigated in a wider context, from the decline of the Roman Empire to recent times.

Authors from Chaucer to Erasmus came to mock the custom but even the Reformation did not stop the urge to travel. From the mid-sixteenth century, northern Europeans justified travel to the south in terms of education. The English had previously travelled to Italy to study the classics; now they travelled to learn Italian and study medicine, diplomacy, dancing, riding, fencing, and, eventually, art and architecture. Famous men, and an increasing proportion of women, all contributed to establishing a convention which eventually came to dominate European culture. Documenting the lives and travels of these personalities, Professor Chaney's remarkable book provides a complete picture of one of the most fascinating phenomena in the history of western civilisation.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Deng Xiaoping and China's Foreign Policy by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Christopher Smart's English Lyrics by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Idolatry and the Colonial Idea of India by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Action TV: Tough-Guys, Smooth Operators and Foxy Chicks by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Formwork: A practical guide by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Inspection and Accountability by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book The Study of World Politics by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book From Fetish To God Ancient Egypt by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Management Issues in China: Volume 2 by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Revolt, Revolution, Critique by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Early Childhood Education in Asia and the Pacific by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book The Abyss of Madness by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book Honour-Based Violence by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book How to Make Data Work by Edward Chaney
Cover of the book The ICT Teacher's Handbook by Edward Chaney
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy