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Erasmus

Erasmus

Hollis, Christopher

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PhilosophyMetaphysical General

ISBN10: 1432516493
ISBN13: 9781432516499
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Erasmus by Christopher Hollis is a comprehensive biography of the Dutch philosopher and theologian, Desiderius Erasmus. The book covers Erasmus's life from his birth in Rotterdam in 1466 to his death in Basel in 1536. Hollis examines Erasmus's early years, his education, and his travels throughout Europe, highlighting the people and events that shaped his thinking and his work. The book also delves into Erasmus's major works, including The Praise of Folly, The Education of a Christian Prince, and The Colloquies. Hollis analyzes Erasmus's ideas on religion, education, politics, and humanism, and explores his relationships with other important figures of the time, such as Martin Luther and Thomas More. Throughout the book, Hollis paints a vivid picture of Erasmus's life and times, providing readers with a greater understanding of the man and his legacy. This biography is an essential read for anyone interested in the Renaissance, humanism, or the history of ideas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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