1. Initial Stages
   1. The Quattrocento
      1. Development of Individuality in Art
      2. Growth of Literature and Science
      3. Renaissance Architecture
   2. The Early Renaissance in Italy
      1. Humanism gaining traction
      2. Progress in the Scientific Field
      3. Emergence of Political Thought
2. High Renaissance
   1. The Peak of Renaissance Art
      1. Michelangelo and Raphael's Work
      2. Leonardo Da Vinci's Influence
      3. Evolution of Sculpture
   2. Advances in Navigation and Geography
      1. The Age of Exploration
      2. Mapping of the New World
      3. Changes in the concept of the globe
3. Late Renaissance
   1. The Reformation
      1. Martin Luther's Protest Movement
      2. Effects of Protestant Reformation
      3. Counter Reformation
   2. Political and Economic Shifts
      1. Decline of Italy's Power
      2. Economic imbalances and crisis
      3. Rise of Spanish, French, and English power
4. End and Legacy
   1. Transition to Enlightenment
      1. Rise of the Scientific Revolution
      2. Spread of Rationalism
      3. Impact on Political Structures
   2. Reflection in Modern Times
      1. Continued Influence on Art and Architecture
      2. Enduring Impact on Science
      3. The Renaissance's Contribution to the Modern era