Books Quote by Hu Shih
“The rise of the dramas in the thirteenth century, and the rise of the great novels in a later period, together with their frank glorification of love and the joys of life, may be called the Third Renaissance.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Cultural History of the 13th Century, 1930s
The author likens the 13th‑century drama surge and later novel boom to a “Third Renaissance” celebrating love and joy.
In simple terms: Comparing historic literary growth to a new cultural flourishing.
Key Takeaway
Identify patterns of artistic rebirth in history.
Themes
literature
history
renaissance
culture
joy
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
historical
literary
When to use this quote
- academic study
- literary criticism
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
cultural cycles
artistic evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a cultural renaissance?
- How do love and joy shape artistic movements?
A Different Perspective
Labeling periods can oversimplify complex developments.
