Erasmus

By Richard Claverhouse Jebb

Book Overview

Erasmus is a biography written by Richard Claverhouse Jebb that explores the life and works of the renowned Dutch philosopher and theologian, Desiderius Erasmus. The book delves into Erasmus' early life, education, and the various influences that shaped his thinking and beliefs. It also examines his major works, including The Praise of Folly and his translation of the New Testament, and how they contributed to the intellectual and religious landscape of his time.Jebb's Erasmus also explores the political and social context of Erasmus' life, including his relationships with key figures such as Thomas More and Martin Luther. The book also provides insight into Erasmus' views on topics such as education, humanism, and the role of the Church in society.Overall, Erasmus is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a deep understanding of the life and legacy of one of the most influential thinkers of the Renaissance.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163254193
• ISBN13: 9781163254196
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"