Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam

By Ephraim Emerton and Emerton Ephraim

Book Overview

Explore the life and times of Desiderius Erasmus, a pivotal figure of the Renaissance, in Ephraim Emerton's insightful biography, "Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam." This meticulously prepared edition delves into the intellectual journey of Erasmus, a leading humanist whose work significantly impacted the religious and cultural landscape of 16th-century Europe.

Discover Erasmus's profound influence on the Reformation and his enduring legacy as a scholar and reformer. Emerton's biography offers a comprehensive look at Erasmus's contributions to religious thought, his complex relationship with the emerging Protestant movement, and his lasting impact on European intellectual history.

This volume provides a valuable resource for understanding the Renaissance, the rise of humanism, and the religious ferment of the Reformation era. Readers interested in biography, European history, and the history of religion will find this a compelling and informative account of a towering figure in Western civilization.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023310376
• ISBN13: 9781023310376
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"