Erasmus
James McConica(Author)
Oxford Paperbacks (Publisher)
Published on 1. May 1991
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-0-19-287599-0 (ISBN)
Description
Translator of the Bible, the Fathers, and the classics, and corrosive critic of official belief and popular devotion, Erasmus of Rotterdam (1467-1536) was the leading humanist of the Reformation and the first bestselling author in printing history. Eclipsed by the aggressive tenets of Lutheranism, Erasmus's witty and original ideas on religion were subsequently dismissed for lacking gravity and depth, although they continued to have a vast influence on European literature and thought. However, as James McConica shows, his views on the sources of Christian faith, the theory and practice of education, the uses of language, the need for social harmony, and the responsibilities shared by governors and governed are enjoying a revival in these ecumenical times. This book maps out the vast influence Erasmus has had on literature and thought in Europe over the last four centuries, and shows how his many works display an unequivocally original mind. This book should be of interest to students and teachers of undergraduate level in religious, reformation, and renaissance history, as well as English literature.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Oxford University Press
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Illustrations
bibliography
Dimensions
Height: 190 mm
Width: 120 mm
Weight
96 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-287599-0 (9780192875990)
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Content
The making of the grammarian; the educational mission; adorning the temple of the Lord; the philosophy of Christ; the problem of Luther; In Praise of Folly.