The Praise of Folly

Name: The Praise of Folly
Author: Desiderius Erasmus

Desiderius Erasmus · 1511

A satirical essay by Dutch humanist Desiderius Erasmus, written in 1511, in which Folly herself delivers a speech praising her own influence, offering witty commentary on human foolishness, vanity, and the vices of society.

Public domain in the US. From Project Gutenberg.

Topic: Other Non-Fiction Essays and criticism Essays on society, morals, and ideas Manners, society, and national character
Reader: Adults Other Non-Fiction Essays and criticism Essays on society, morals, and ideas

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