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    In Praise of Folly by Erasmus (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
    In Praise of Folly by Erasmus (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
    In Praise of Folly by Erasmus (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
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    In Praise of Folly by Erasmus (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

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    Unlock the more straightforward side of In Praise of Folly with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

    This engaging summary presents an analysis of In Praise of Folly by Erasmus, an entertaining yet thought-provoking essay written from the perspective of Folly herself. The essay focuses on social and religious issues and superstitions, raising interesting questions while still managing to remain amusing and light-hearted. In Praise of Folly is considered one of the most notable works of the Renaissance and played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. Erasmus is often referred to as “Prince of the Humanists” or “the crowning glory of the Christian humanists”, a clear sign of the immense impact he had on Christianity and humanism. His legacy continues today, with thousands of students across Europe studying at partner universities under the Erasmus programme, so-named in memory of him.

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    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBrightSummaries.com
    Release dateNov 9, 2016
    ISBN9782806288080
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      In Praise of Folly by Erasmus (Book Analysis) - Bright Summaries

      Dutch writer, humanist and theologian

      Born in Rotterdam circa 1469

      Died in Basel in 1536

      Notable works:

      In Praise of Folly (1511), essay

      Discourse on Free Will (1524), essay

      A Handbook on Manners for Children (1530), essay

      Born of an illegitimate relationship, Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus (circa 1469-1536) began a religious career. As a secretary and kin to powerful men, he went on many trips and to many meetings. Through contact with European scholars and printers, he decided to make a living from his writing: he wrote about education and political philosophy, edited and translated ancient and Christian texts, and wrote controversial and religious works. As an author of important letters, he defended classical literature throughout his life, as well as the significance of the message of ancient authors.

      A complex text on an amusing speech

      Genre: essay

      Reference edition: Erasmus. (2000) In Praise of Folly. Trans. Unknown. Michigan: Christian Classics

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