Reproduction of the original: Figures of Several Centuries by Arthur Symons

Embark on a poetic journey through time with "Figures of Several Centuries" by Arthur Symons. Delve into the evocative verses of one of the foremost poets of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, exploring themes of love, longing, and the passage of time. As Symons' lyrical prowess unfolds, immerse yourself in the rich imagery and emotional depth of his poetry, which captures the essence of each era with exquisite precision. Experience the timeless beauty of his words, which resonate across centuries and speak to the universal human experience. But amidst the poetic reverie, a poignant question arises: Can we truly grasp the fleeting nature of existence and the enduring power of art to transcend the boundaries of time and space? Engage with Symons' meditations on life, love, and mortality, as he invites readers to ponder the mysteries of existence and find solace in the beauty of the written word. Join the journey through the ages as we explore the echoes of past centuries in Symons' poetry. Are you ready to be transported to distant shores and bygone eras, guided by the hand of a master poet? Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance and profound insight of Symons' verses, whose beauty continues to captivate and inspire readers today. Now is the time to embrace the enchanting world of Arthur Symons and discover the magic of his poetry. Let "Figures of Several Centuries" be your companion on a voyage through time and imagination, where every line is a window into the soul of humanity. Secure your copy of "Figures of Several Centuries" today and embark on a poetic odyssey that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Let Symons' exquisite verses awaken your senses, stir your emotions, and ignite your imagination.

In 1420, after more than one hundred years of the Avignon Exile and the Western Schism, the papal court returned to Rome, which had become depopulated, dangerous, and impoverished in the papacy's absence. Reviving the Eternal City examines the culture of Rome and the papal court during the first half of the fifteenth century. As Elizabeth McCahill explains, during these decades Rome and the Curia were caught between conflicting realities--between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, between conciliarism and papalism, between an image of Rome as a restored republic and a dream of the city as a papal capital. Through the testimony of humanists' rhetorical texts and surviving archival materials, McCahill reconstructs the niche that scholars carved for themselves as they penned vivid descriptions of Rome and offered remedies for contemporary social, economic, religious, and political problems. In addition to analyzing the humanists' intellectual and professional program, McCahill investigates the different agendas that popes Martin V (1417-1431) and Eugenius IV (1431-1447) and their cardinals had for the post-Schism pontificate. Reviving the Eternal City illuminates an urban environment in transition and explores the ways in which curialists collaborated and competed to develop Rome's ancient legacy into a potent cultural myth.

Religious figures of remembrance served to consolidate dynastic rule and later nation-state legitimacy and community. The study illuminates the interweaving of (Eastern) Roman, medieval Serbian and Bulgarian, as well as Ottoman and Western European national discourses culminating in the sacralization of the nation.

Combines a survey of world art with maps showing the associations and dissemination of culture across the globe.

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