The Renaissance was characterized by the multiple elements of the classical past, mainly the Greek philosophers, Hellenistic artists, and Roman rhetoricians. ... This development was known as humanism, and it was primarily seen in works of literature and art during this time period. ... Not only did it put an emphasis on art and literature, but it gave people the means to better themselves which can lead to many great things. ...

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What would make Bacon so influential in literature would be his essays. ... In the former version (1597), the style was solemn and aphoristic, whereas in the latter (1625), we can still find some aphoristic elements, but it also provides more connectives and transitions, which gives it a smoother style. ...

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