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Erasmus, Desiderius
1469
1536
Erasmus, of Rotterdam
Johnson, E. (Edwin)
1842
1901
Johnson, Edwin
Bailey, N. (Nathan)
1742
Bailey, Nathan
Bailey, Nathaniel
Bayley, N. (Nathan)
The Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I.
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"The Colloquies of Erasmus, Volume I" by Desiderius Erasmus is a collection of dialogues written during the early 16th century, notable for its insightful commentary on various aspects of human life and society. The work showcases Erasmus' wit and humor, addressing topics such as manners, education, and theological debates, often through sparkling exchanges between different characters. The dialogues are designed not only to entertain but also to provoke thought and reflection on human behavior and societal norms. The opening of this volume includes several prefatory notes and a dedication, where Erasmus expresses his hopes for his young dedicatee, John Erasmius Froben, encouraging his intellectual and moral growth. He briefly addresses an incident involving a misrepresented version of his "Colloquies" that circulated with inaccuracies attributed to him, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring the integrity of his work. In the subsequent sections, Erasmus introduces various colloquies that exemplify courtesy, civility in greetings, and the importance of education and wisdom in societal interactions. Through these discussions, he sets the stage for deeper explorations into human behavior and social conduct, reflecting his renowned humanist principles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Imaginary conversations
Dialogues, Latin (Medieval and modern) -- Translations into English
Didactic literature, Latin (Medieval and modern) -- Translations into English
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