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- 20 Jun 2019
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- 28 May 2026
Explanation
The main factors driving the translation of classical texts into English in the sixteenth century were the deep respect for classical literature and the growing pride in the English vernacular. The belief that the English were directly descended from the Greeks was not a significant influence. Therefore, both admiration for the classics and pride in the native language combined to encourage these translations.
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- 4.Who is credited with bringing the printing press to England?
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