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'300 Quotations from Renaissance Philosophy' is a collection of insightful, educational, and inspiring quotes from some of the greatest ever renaissance philosophers, including French philosopher Michel de Montaigne and Italian philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli.

It also includes the words of English philosopher Francis Bacon whose famous quotes include, 'It is impossible to love and to be wise' and 'Knowledge is power'.

'300 Quotations from Renaissance Philosophy' is the perfect collection for those needing an extra dose of philosophical insight.

Michel de Montaigne (1533 - 1592) was one of the most important philosophers of the French Renaissance and is best known for popularising the essay as a literary genre.

Niccolò Machiavelli (1469 -1527) was an Italian diplomat, author, and philosopher best known for his political treatise, 'The Prince' (Il Principe). Machiavelli has often been called the father of modern political philosophy and political science.

Francis Bacon (1561 - 1626) was an English philosopher and statesman, often called the father of empiricism. His works are considered to have contributed to the scientific method.