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renaissance

re nuh sons

  • n  the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries
  • n  the revival of learning and culture

  • Under his aegis slums were razed, flyovers were built, smog was thinned out by tough anti-pollution laws; it was as if the city was going through a renaissance.
  • Rebirth of a renaissance rebel .
  • The third renaissance was the Black Arts Movement, which extended from the mid-'60s to the early '70s.
News & Articles

  • The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel to Host Complimentary Public “Day of Discovery” Celebration
    The Depot Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel will host a public "Day of Discovery,” Wednesday, June 19, starting at 3 pm. The event will be complimentary to the public and feature the unique artistic expression of the Craig Bell Studio, the 8-member bluegrass loving “moonshine drinkin” herd of musicians called The Dang Ol’ Tri’ole, complemented with Minnesota’s hottest microbrewery -- Lift Bridge ...
    June 12, 2013 - PRWeb
  • Fayetteville's Renaissance Plan update resurrects downtown arts hub
    A new growth plan has rekindled an old idea for having a thriving arts district and concert hall in downtown Fayetteville. Last month, the City Council approved an update to the Renaissance Plan that makes the creation of a "visual and performing arts center" a top priority.
    June 12, 2013 - The Fayetteville Observer
  • Renaissance office tower eyed by private investor
    The office tower atop downtown's Renaissance Nashville Hotel is under contract by a private investor, though it still faces several hurdles before a deal can be finalized.
    June 11, 2013 - The Tennessean
Quotes

  • Carlton Cuse in The Associated Press
    It really feels awesome there are so many good shows on television right now, and Damon and I feel that we're in a sort of renaissance period for TV drama,said Carlton Cuse, who shares executive producer duties on "Lost" with Damon Lindelof.
  • David Carradine in Utusan Malaysia Online
    You're probably witnessing the last time I will ever answer those questions,Carradine said. "Because this is a regeneration. It is a renaissance. It is the start of a new career for me." "It's time to do nothing but look forward."
  • Abu Omar al-Baghdadi in 940 News
    Today we witness the fallacy of the western civilization and the renaissance of the Islamic giant,al-Baghdadi said in a half-hour audio file.

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