The Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I. by Desiderius Erasmus

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Author Erasmus, Desiderius, 1469-1536
Editor Johnson, E. (Edwin), 1842-1901
Translator Bailey, N. (Nathan), -1742
Title The Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I.
Note Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colloquies
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Summary "The Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I" by Desiderius Erasmus is a collection of dialogues written during the early 16th century, notable for its insightful commentary on various aspects of human life and society. The work showcases Erasmus' wit and humor, addressing topics such as manners, education, and theological debates, often through sparkling exchanges between different characters. The dialogues are designed not only to entertain but also to provoke thought and reflection on human behavior and societal norms. The opening of this volume includes several prefatory notes and a dedication, where Erasmus expresses his hopes for his young dedicatee, John Erasmius Froben, encouraging his intellectual and moral growth. He briefly addresses an incident involving a misrepresented version of his "Colloquies" that circulated with inaccuracies attributed to him, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring the integrity of his work. In the subsequent sections, Erasmus introduces various colloquies that exemplify courtesy, civility in greetings, and the importance of education and wisdom in societal interactions. Through these discussions, he sets the stage for deeper explorations into human behavior and social conduct, reflecting his renowned humanist principles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Imaginary conversations
Subject Dialogues, Latin (Medieval and modern) -- Translations into English
Subject Didactic literature, Latin (Medieval and modern) -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 14031
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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