Humanism is a rediscovery and reevaluation (analysis) of classical civilization and the application of the aspects of this civilization to intellectual and social culture in the current time. ... It is important to note that although Italy had become independent, the Church still remained powerful and religion continued to be a governing factor. ... His imitation of Virgil's Aeneid shows the degree to which he relied on Classical literature as a source and guide. ...

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