Harvard University
The Geoffrey Chaucer Page: Francis Petrarch
This page from The Geoffrey Chaucer Page of Harvard University provides great information on Petrarch. Read about his life, his influence on literature, and view texts of his works.
Sonnet Central
Sonnet in England (1880) James A. Noble
"The Sonnet in England (1880)" by James Ashcroft Noble discusses the history of the sonnet from Petrarch through modern day. Hypertexr links to examples and other resources.
Harvard University
The Geoffrey Chaucer Page: Other Authors
This site from The Geoffrey Chaucer Page contains links to many other authors whose work was related to or influenced Chaucer's. Includes links to Petrarch, Dante, Boccaccio, Boethius and more. A great site to check out on the subject.
Library of Congress
Loc: Vatican Exhibit: The City Recovers
This section of a larger Library of Congress site briefly explains the city of Rome and its recovery during the 1500s and 1600s and includes maps and drawings of the city during that time. In addition, you'll find images of a number of...
University of Victoria (Canada)
University of Victoria: Sir Thomas Wyatt
This resource reveals that Sir Thomas Wyatt was a pioneer in bringing to English poetry the new forms of the Italian Renaissance, especially the Petrarchan sonnet. Related resources and links.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Italian Renaissance
This is a short timeline of key events of the Italian Renaissance. Make sure to click on "Humanism" and "Renaissance Art" for more information.