The Renaissance era isn't the only period in human history where a society has experienced a revival of past values or lifestyles. Investigate another culture that has undergone such a renaissance, and compose a brief paper detailing how this resurgence transformed the culture.

William Shakespeare is hailed by many as one of the greatest writers in history, yet little is known about his personal life. Delve into what information is available about Shakespeare's life, as well as the historical context of town life and theater during his era. Write an essay depicting what a typical day might have been like for Shakespeare, including his experiences working in the theater of his time.

Although the humanists did not intend it, their writings contributed to igniting the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation. Explore the specifics of each of these movements, and then compare the two religious perspectives. What similarities do they share? How do they differ?