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"Erasmus" by Preserved Smith is a comprehensive and scholarly biography of Desiderius Erasmus, the preeminent figure of the Northern Renaissance. Smith explores the life and influence of the celebrated Dutch philosopher and theologian, meticulously detailing his contributions to Christian humanism and his complex relationship with the Protestant Reformation. The work examines Erasmus's intellectual evolution, from his early monastic life to his emergence as a leading critic of ecclesiastical corruption and an advocate for religious tolerance and rationalism.

Through a deep analysis of his major writings, including "The Praise of Folly" and his groundbreaking translation of the Greek New Testament, the book portrays Erasmus not merely as a scholar, but as a crucial bridge between the medieval world and the modern era. Smith's narrative provides vital context on the social and political upheavals of the sixteenth century, illustrating how Erasmus's pursuit of "the philosophy of Christ" sought a middle path in a period of intense religious strife. This study remains an essential resource for understanding the intellectual foundation of Western Europe and the enduring legacy of one of history's most influential thinkers.

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• Celý názov: Erasmus
• Autor: Preserved Smith
• Jazyk: Angličtina
• Väzba: Brožovaná
• Počet strán: 520
• EAN: 9781025640655
• ISBN: 1025640659
• ID: 52501128
• Nakladateľ: Tradd Street Press
• Hmotnosť: 722 g
• Rozmery: 234 × 156 × 27 mm
• Dátum vydania: 14. February 2026

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