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English Travellers of the Renaissance

By Clare Howard
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An academic survey examines didactic travel literature addressed to English travellers in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, collecting instructions, warnings, and praise that framed travel as a form of self-education. Arranged chronologically, it traces changing motives—language study, social polish, and the later decline of travel's necessity—while noting continental influences on manners, religion, and the emergence of the Grand Tour. The author situates these manuals within biography and history, highlights distinctive recommendations, and uses illustrative examples to show how travel literature both reflected and helped shape a cosmopolitan ideal in English society.

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Clare Howard

Clare Howard is an author recognized for her contributions to historical literature, particularly focusing on the experiences of travelers during the Renaissance period. Her notable work, "English Travellers of the Renaissance," explores the journeys and writings of English individuals who ventured abroad, shedding light on their encounters and the cultural exchanges of the time. Through her research, Howard provides valuable insights into the motivations and impacts of these early travelers, enriching our understanding of the era's social and cultural dynamics.

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