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Desiderii Erasmi Roterodami Colloquia Familiaria, Et

Desiderii Erasmi Roterodami Colloquia Familiaria, Et

Erasmus, Desiderius

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PhilosophyMedieval & Renaissance HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1024704211
ISBN13: 9781024704211
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 406
Weight: 1.25
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Latin

This volume presents two significant works by Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus: Colloquia Familiaria and Encomium Moriae (The Praise of Folly). Erasmus, a towering figure of the Renaissance, showcases his wit, erudition, and humanist philosophy in these texts. The Colloquia Familiaria offers a series of dialogues exploring various aspects of life, society, and religion, providing a window into the intellectual and cultural milieu of the 16th century. Encomium Moriae, a satirical masterpiece, playfully critiques the follies and vanities of humankind. This edition offers readers access to Erasmus's profound insights into human nature and the challenges of his time, rendered in elegant Latin prose. A cornerstone of Renaissance literature, this collection remains relevant for its exploration of enduring human themes.

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