Erasmus

by Preserved Smith

Book Overview

Erasmus is a biography of the famous Dutch Renaissance philosopher, theologian, and writer, Desiderius Erasmus, written by the American historian and scholar, Preserved Smith. The book provides a comprehensive account of Erasmus' life, from his early years as an illegitimate child in Rotterdam to his rise as a renowned scholar and humanist in Europe.Smith explores Erasmus' intellectual and religious development, his friendships and rivalries with...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162598409
• ISBN13: 9781162598406
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 2.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"