The Life Of Erasmus V1 (1808)

The Life of Erasmus V1 is a biography written by John Jortin and first published in 1808. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Desiderius Erasmus, a Dutch Renaissance humanist, theologian, and writer. Jortin's work covers Erasmus' early life, education, and career as a scholar, as well as his travels throughout Europe and his relationships with various figures of the time. The book also explores Erasmus' philosophy and theology, including his criticisms of the Catholic Church and his advocacy for a more humanistic approach to Christianity. Jortin's biography is considered a significant work in the study of Erasmus and the Renaissance, providing valuable insights into the life and work of one of the most influential thinkers of the era.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.