Well, I like Milton and Spenser and Shakespeare. Also, a lot of the Italian guys (starting with Dante and ending about with Tasso, I guess). The era depends on the country.

A definition of renaissance literature, pray tell.

Hillary, most people who review here at goodreads need to buy a copy of the Harbrace Handbook but you certainly don't. Your English and puctuation are perfect.

Welcome to the literary jungle. Now all you have to do is start on your first book and figure out all the tricks to get recognized.