The Life Of Erasmus

The Life of Erasmus: With an Account of His Writings is a biography written by John Jortin about the famous Dutch philosopher, theologian, and writer, Desiderius Erasmus. The book provides a comprehensive account of Erasmus' life, from his birth in Rotterdam in 1466 to his death in Basel in 1536. Jortin explores Erasmus' childhood, education, and early career, as well as his later years as a celebrated scholar and influential figure in the Renaissance movement.The book also delves into Erasmus' extensive body of work, including his groundbreaking translations of the New Testament into Greek and Latin, his influential commentary on the Gospels, and his famous satire, The Praise of Folly. Jortin provides analysis and commentary on Erasmus' writings, exploring their impact on the religious and intellectual landscape of the time.Throughout the biography, Jortin paints a vivid picture of Erasmus' personality, character, and beliefs. He explores Erasmus' relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Martin Luther and Thomas More, and provides insight into the political and religious tensions of the era.Overall, The Life of Erasmus: With an Account of His Writings is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important thinkers of the Renaissance period. It provides a fascinating insight into Erasmus' life, work, and legacy, and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, theology, and literature.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.