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Erasmus And His Times is a comprehensive biography of the famous Dutch philosopher, theologian, and humanist, Desiderius Erasmus. Written by renowned French historian and theologian, Louis Bouyer, the book provides a detailed account of Erasmus' life, work, and impact on the Renaissance period.The book covers Erasmus' early life in Rotterdam, his education, and his rise to prominence as a scholar and writer. It explores his travels throughout Europe, his friendships with other influential figures of the time, and his role in the intellectual and cultural movements of the Renaissance.Bouyer also delves into Erasmus' theological beliefs and his impact on the Reformation, as well as his controversial relationship with Martin Luther. The book provides a nuanced and balanced view of Erasmus' beliefs and actions, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as a thinker and a man.Overall, Erasmus And His Times is an engaging and informative biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important figures of the Renaissance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, theology, or European culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.