In "The Scholemaster," Roger Ascham presents a profound treatise on education and pedagogy, intricately weaving the philosophical underpinnings of humanistic learning with practical instructional methods. Grounded in Renaissance thought, Ascham's literary style is marked by clarity, wit, and a conversational tone that invites readers into a dialogue about the nature and purpose of education. He champions a well-rounded curriculum that not only emphasizes classical languages, particularly L...

Toxophilus, originally published in 1545, is considered to be the first book on archery written in English. This comprehensive treatise on longbow archery provides a fascinating insight into historical shooting."how honest a pastime for the mind, how wholesome an exercise for the body" - Roger AschamThe work comprises two books combined together: The First Book of the School of Shooting and The Second Book of the School of Shooting

In 'The Scholemaster,' Roger Ascham presents a groundbreaking treatise on education that reflects the humanist ideals of the Renaissance. The book intricately blends practical advice with philosophical musings, advocating for a systematic and moral pedagogy rooted in classical studies. Ascham emphasizes the importance of a nurturing and engaging educational atmosphere, wherein the student is encouraged to develop not only intellectual capabilities but also a virtuous character. Through his...

Step back in time to the Renaissance era and immerse yourself in the world of archery with Roger Ascham's "Toxophilus." Published in 1545, this timeless treatise explores the art and science of archery, capturing the essence of a sport cherished for centuries. Ascham, renowned as Queen Elizabeth I's tutor, offers a compelling blend of historical insight, practical guidance, and philosophical reflection. Through vivid prose, he delves into the techniques, equipment, and etiquette of archery...

Geoffrey Chaucer, regarded by many as the Father of English literature, is widely considered the greatest English poet of the Middle Ages, whose ‘Canterbury Tales’ helped establish the legitimacy of Middle English, at a time when the dominant literary languages in England were French and Latin. The first volume of Delphi Classics’ Series Three offers the complete works of Geoffrey Chaucer, with medieval illustrations, scholarly features, informative introductions and the usual Delp...

This file includes 10 tragedies by Euripides, literally translated by Theodore Buckley. The plays are: HECUBA, ORESTES, PHOENISSAE (The Phoenician Virgins), MEDEA, HIPPOLYTUS, ALCESTIS, BACCHAE, HERACLIDAE, IPHIGENIA IN AULIS, and IPHIGENIA IN TAURIS. According to Wikipedia: "Euripides (ca. 480 BCE–406 BCE) was the last of the three great tragedians of classical Athens (the other two being Aeschylus and Sophocles). Ancient scholars thought that Euripides had written ninety-five plays, alth...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically, chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of contents and footnotes. The collection is complimented by an author biography.This Collection I...

"Dr. Faustus" is Christopher Marlowe's version of the famous legend of a doctor who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. Originally published in 1600 this drama is based on an earlier anonymous German work (c. 1587) which has influenced many subsequent works including Goethe's more comprehensive "Faust" (c. 1808) and the contemporary "Doktor Faustus" (c. 1947) by Thomas Mann. The legend of Faust, reportedly based on a true person, is the origin of one of the mos...

This eBook features the unabridged text Chaucer's ‘The Canterbury Tales' in the Original medieval text and a Modernised Text, from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Geoffrey Chaucer’.Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics ...

Written by a fourteenth-century cleric, this spiritual allegory explores man in relation to his ultimate destiny against the background of teeming, colorful medieval life.

Soldier, spy and poet, Sir Philip Sidney remains an enigmatic figure of the Elizabethan world, whose diverse and inspiring works helped to shape the course of English literature throughout the Renaissance, in spite of his tragic early death. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature’s finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents Sidney’s complete works for the first time in digital publishing history, with beautiful illustrations, Davis’ seminal biograp...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of contents and footnotes. The collection is complimented by an author biography.This Collection Includes:Alexander Pope BiographyAn Essay on CriticismAn Essay on ManThe Iliad (as Translator) Memoir of Fr. ...