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Medieval and Renaissance philosophy

2 books

In Praise of Folly Illustrated with Many Curious CutsDesiderius Erasmus · 1511A satirical essay by Renaissance humanist Desiderius Erasmus, first published in 1511, in which folly is personified and praises her own influence over human affairs. This illustrated edition includes Holbein's etchings, a life of Erasmus, and his epistle to Sir Thomas More.ENES中文हिन्दीالعربية
UtopiaThomas More · 1516A 1516 work of fiction and political philosophy by Thomas More, describing an imaginary island commonwealth through the accounts of the traveler Raphael Hythloday. Framed by More's diplomatic journey to Flanders, it discusses social and political ideals such as communal property, religion, and governance.ENES中文हिन्दीالعربية