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Erasmus, Utopia, and the Jesuits : Essays on the Outreach of Humanism.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Olin, John C.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Humanism--History.
- Humanism.
- Renaissance.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (127 pages)
- Place of Publication:
- Basel/Berlin/Boston : Fordham University Press, 1994.
- Summary:
- This collection of essays by John C. Olin explores the intersection of humanism with the Renaissance and Reformation, focusing on figures like Erasmus, Thomas More, and the Jesuits. The essays examine the impact of humanism on intellectual and cultural reforms, highlighting themes such as the revival of classical literature, moral and religious ideals, and educational advancements. Olin discusses Erasmus' relationship with Saint Jerome, his collaboration with Aldus Manutius, and the humanistic elements in More's 'Utopia'. The book is intended for scholars of Renaissance humanism and those interested in the cultural shifts of the 16th century. Generated by AI.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- ISBN:
- 9780823295449
- 0823295443
- OCLC:
- 1309026378
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