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"Two Renaissance Educators; Alberti and Piccolomini" provides an insightful examination of the pedagogical foundations and intellectual contributions of two of the most influential figures of the Italian Renaissance. Author S.G. Santayana delves into the lives and educational theories of Leon Battista Alberti and Aeneas Sylvius Piccolomini, who later became Pope Pius II, illustrating how their humanistic ideals helped reshape the landscape of Western learning.

The work contrasts the distinct yet complementary approaches of these two scholars. Alberti, often cited as the prototypical "universal man," emphasizes the integration of art, ethics, and practical science within the curriculum. In contrast, Piccolomini's writings focus on the importance of classical literacy, rhetoric, and the cultivation of character as the pillars of a refined education. By analyzing their major treatises, Santayana explores the transition from medieval scholasticism to the vibrant humanism that characterized the 15th century.

This study remains an essential resource for those interested in the history of education and the intellectual history of the Renaissance. It highlights the enduring relevance of a balanced educational approach that seeks to develop the mind, body, and spirit in unison, offering a window into the era that defined the modern liberal arts tradition.

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• Plný název: Two Renaissance Educators
• Podnázev: Alberti and Piccolomini
• Autor: S. G. Santayana
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Vazba: Pevná
• Počet stran: 130
• EAN: 9781025440989
• ISBN: 1025440986
• ID: 52959857
• Nakladatelství: Tradd Street Press
• Hmotnost: 364 g
• Rozměry: 234 × 156 × 10 mm
• Datum vydání: 14. February 2026

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