This volume is the first of a series of books sponsored by the Southeastern Institute of Medieval and Renaissance Studies. Although no attempt was made in advance to limit or direct approaches to subject matter, the individual papers show a common interest in the history of ideas and in the meaning, history, and varieties of humanism. Originally published in 1966. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.