Moriæ Encomium
About this book
"First published in Paris in 1511, The Praise of Folly enjoyed enormous and highly controversial success from the author's lifetime down to our own day. The Praise of Folly has no rival, except perhaps Thomas More's Utopia, as the most intense and lively presentation of the literary, social, and theological aims and methods of Northern Humanism. Clarence H. Miller's highly praised translation of The Praise of Folly, based on the definitive Latin text, echoes Erasmus' own lively style while retaining the nuances of the original text. In his Introduction, Miller places the work in the context of Erasmus as humanist and theologian. In a new Afterword, William H. Gass playfully considers the meaning, or meanings, of folly and offers fresh insights into one of the great books of Western literature."--BOOK JACKET.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 6 readers · 196 pages · ≈ 3 h 38 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Moriæ Encomium?
About ≈ 3 h 38 m — 196 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Moriæ Encomium?
196 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Moriæ Encomium?
It sits on the History shelves.
Is Moriæ Encomium in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Moriæ Encomium?
The main characters include Desiderius Erasmus (d. 1536), Hans Holbein (1497-1543), Martin Luther (1483-1546), Martinus Dorpius (1485-1525).
Where does Moriæ Encomium take place?
It takes place in 16th century.
Who wrote Moriæ Encomium?
Desiderius Erasmus.
Where can I read Moriæ Encomium online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library