The Apophthegmes Of Erasmus (1877)

By Erasmus and Erasmus Desiderius

Book Overview

The Apophthegmes of Erasmus is a book written by Nicolas Udall and published in 1877. The book is a collection of witty sayings and anecdotes compiled by the famous Dutch humanist and scholar, Desiderius Erasmus. The apophthegmes, or wise sayings, are drawn from a variety of sources, including ancient Greek and Roman literature, the Bible, and contemporary European society. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different theme or subject, such as friendship, love, and wisdom. The Apophthegmes of Erasmus is a fascinating glimpse into the mind and wit of one of the most influential thinkers of the Renaissance era, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ideas and the development of human thought.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: 1104478129
• ISBN13: 9781104478124
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"