The Life Of Erasmus: With An Account Of His Writings (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425499846)

The Life of Erasmus: With an Account of His Writings is a biographical work written by John Jortin that explores the life and works of the renowned Dutch philosopher and theologian, Desiderius Erasmus. The book provides a detailed account of Erasmus' life, starting with his birth in Rotterdam in 1466 and continuing through his education, travels, and intellectual pursuits. Jortin delves into Erasmus' extensive writings, including his famous work, The Praise of Folly, and his contributions to the Reformation movement. The book also examines Erasmus' relationships with other notable figures of his time, such as Martin Luther and Sir Thomas More. Throughout the text, Jortin provides critical analysis and commentary on Erasmus' ideas and influence on European culture and intellectual history. Overall, The Life of Erasmus is a comprehensive and enlightening examination of the life and legacy of one of the most influential thinkers of the Renaissance era.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.

Author: John Jortin
ISBN-10: 1425499848
ISBN-13: 9781425499846
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2006
Pages: 400
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.89d