Erasmus V2: His Life And Character As Shown In His Correspondence And Works - Paperback

Erasmus V2: His Life And Character As Shown In His Correspondence And Works is a biography of the renowned Dutch humanist and scholar, Desiderius Erasmus. Written by Robert Blackley Drummond, the book delves into the life and character of Erasmus through his extensive correspondence and literary works. The second volume of the series covers the period from 1514 to 1536, during which Erasmus produced some of his most influential works, including the Greek New Testament and The Praise of Folly. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Erasmus's life, including his upbringing, education, religious beliefs, and relationships with other prominent figures of the Renaissance period. It also explores his impact on the development of humanism and the Protestant Reformation. Overall, Erasmus V2: His Life And Character As Shown In His Correspondence And Works is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of the most important thinkers of the early modern period.In Two Volumes.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.