This new title covers almost three hundred years of European history, beginning with the city-states of Italy in the 14th century through Galileo and Shakespeare in the early 17th century. This essential research tool not only provides a historical overview of the era’s main events, it explores daily life, the roles of trade, development, art, music, and literature. Organized by region, the engaging and enlightening full-color reproductions and maps make this volume perfect for students seeking more geographical and historical information about the time of the Renaissance in Europe and will be a valuable tool for research. Supplements school curriculum in social studies, history, geography, and art.