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The Elizabethan World Picture: A Study of the Idea of Order in the Age of Shakespeare, Donne and Milton

The Elizabethan World Picture: A Study of the Idea of Order in the Age of Shakespeare, Donne and Milton

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by E.M.W. Tillyard
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This book offers an insightful account of the ideas of world order prevalent in the Elizabethan age and later. It explores the medieval concept of an ordered Chain of Being and its transformations during the Renaissance. Topics include Angels, the Stars & Fortunes, the Analogy Between Macrocosm & Microcosm, the Four Elements, the Four Humours, Sympathies, Correspondences, and the Cosmic Dance, highlighting their influence on Elizabethan literature and thought.

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ISBN13: 9780394701622
ISBN10: 0394701623
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage/random House (nyc)
Publication Year: 1959
Format: Paperback

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    Insight into Elizabethan worldview and its literary influence.

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    This book is perfect for anyone fascinated by the way the Elizabethan era viewed the world, blending philosophy, religion, and science. It offers a detailed look at how ideas of order and hierarchy shaped the literature and worldview of the time, making it a captivating read for history buffs and literary enthusiasts alike.
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