Renaissance Quiz : The term ‘Renaissance,’ derived from the French word for ‘rebirth,’ aptly describes the artistic and cultural revolution in Europe from the late 14th to the early 17th century.
The Renaissance Timeline (1485-1660 CE)
Here is a timeline of the Renaissance in England :
| Period | Timeline | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Early Tudor Period | 1485–1558 | Beginning of the Renaissance in England, reigns of Henry VII and Henry VIII; development of Humanism. |
| Elizabethan Period | 1558–1603 | Flourishing of English drama and poetry during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I; notable writers include Shakespeare, Spenser, and Marlowe. |
| Jacobean Period | 1603–1625 | Literature during the reign of James I; darker themes in drama, metaphysical poetry by John Donne. |
| Caroline Age | 1625–1649 | Literature during the reign of Charles I; courtly themes in poetry, influence of the Cavaliers and Puritans. |
| Commonwealth Period | 1649–1660 | Literature under Puritan rule; focus on religious and political themes, works by John Milton. |
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