Erasmus in Praise of Folly: With Portrait, Life of Erasmus, and His Epistle to Sir Thomas More (1922)

Erasmus In Praise Of Folly is a classic work of literature by the renowned Dutch philosopher and theologian, Desiderius Erasmus. This book was originally published in Latin in 1511 and is a satirical essay that is written from the perspective of Folly, who praises herself for the benefits she brings to humanity. The book is a commentary on the societal norms and the flaws of the church during the Renaissance period.This 1922 edition of the book includes a portrait of Erasmus, a life story of the author, and his epistle to Sir Thomas More. The portrait provides readers with a visual representation of the author, while the life story offers insights into his personal life and the context in which he wrote the book. The epistle to Sir Thomas More is a letter written by Erasmus to his friend, in which he discusses the themes and ideas of the book.Erasmus In Praise Of Folly is a timeless work that continues to be relevant to contemporary society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, theology, or the history of the Renaissance period. The book is written in a witty and humorous style, which makes it an enjoyable read for both scholars and casual readers.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.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.