The Age of Gold was one of the so-called 'commonplaces' inherited by the Renaissance from classical antiquity, a myth (taking many different forms) telling of an era of human happiness without war or want. Most writers used it as a convenient device, predicting its return as an age of peace and plenty upon the accession of a ruler or the signing of a treaty: others moralized it as a reformed or spiritually regenerated society. Elizabeth Armstrong's search for an answer to this question has entailed a study of a wide range of possible influences, classical, medieval and contemporary, and an...

This book was originally published in 1954. Robert Estienne was born in Paris in the early years of the sixteenth century, the son of a successful printer-bookseller. He became a printer himself, and one distinguished not only for the quality of his printing, but also for his scholarship. He was the most outstanding figure of the Parisian booktrade at the moment when that trade was one of the most important agencies of the various intellectual movements which we summarise as 'The Renaissance'. Estienne was not only a classical but also a biblical scholar and editor (he is remembered as much...

A rambunctious tiger cub and a hard working mouse cross paths one day in the jungle. Tiger is only interested in playing, but there might be more he needs to do. What will he decide? Tiger and Mouse: The Gift of Helping Others is a heartwarming story of friendship and giving that inspires thoughtful conversation between parent and child. With an engaging story line and stunning illustrations, your child will love every page of this uplifting tale.

Tiger has one goal: to be the best jumper in the whole jungle. But can Mouse get keep him from giving up? Fans of Berenstain Bears books will love the Tiger and Mouse series. Share teachable moments with Tiger and Mouse: The Pebble of Perseverance.