Isbn: 9781025636542 - erasmus: a study of his life, ideals and place in history (5 risultati)

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Erasmus; A Study of His Life, Ideals and Place in History' provides an in-depth examination of the life and intellectual legacy of Desiderius Erasmus, the preeminent scholar of the Northern Renaissance. This scholarly work explores the development of Erasmus's thought, from his monastic beginnings to his status as the center of the European republic of letters. The narrative centers on his commitment to Christian humanism and his efforts to reconcile classical learning with religious reform.The text meticulously analyzes Erasmus's most significant contributions, including his critical edition of the Greek New Testament and the satirical masterpiece 'The Praise of Folly.' Author Preserved Smith illuminates the complex positioning of Erasmus amidst the rising tides of the Protestant Reformation, detailing his interactions with Martin Luther and his persistent advocacy for peace, moderation, and ecclesiastical reform. By situating Erasmus within the broader cultural and political context of the sixteenth century, this study evaluates his profound influence on modern education, biblical criticism, and the concept of religious toleration. It remains a vital resource for understanding the transition from the medieval to the modern world and the enduring power of humanist ideals.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "Erasmus; A Study of His Life, Ideals and Place in History" provides an in-depth examination of the life and intellectual legacy of Desiderius Erasmus, the preeminent scholar of the Northern Renaissance. This scholarly work explores the development of Erasmus's thought, from his monastic beginnings to his status as the center of the European republic of letters. The narrative centers on his commitment to Christian humanism and his efforts to reconcile classical learning with religious reform.The text meticulously analyzes Erasmus's most significant contributions, including his critical edition of the Greek New Testament and the satirical masterpiece "The Praise of Folly." Author Preserved Smith illuminates the complex positioning of Erasmus amidst the rising tides of the Protestant Reformation, detailing his interactions with Martin Luther and his persistent advocacy for peace, moderation, and ecclesiastical reform. By situating Erasmus within the broader cultural and political context of the sixteenth century, this study evaluates his profound influence on modern education, biblical criticism, and the concept of religious toleration. It remains a vital resource for understanding the transition from the medieval to the modern world and the enduring power of humanist ideals.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…