Erasmus and the Age of Reformation By: Johan Huizinga (1872-1945)
Erasmus and the Age of Reformation by Johan Huizinga is a masterpiece of historical literature that provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most significant periods in European history. Huizinga's meticulous research, coupled with his engaging writing style, transports the reader back to the Renaissance era, painting a vivid picture of the political, social, and religious landscape of the time. The book primarily focuses on Erasmus of Rotterdam, a renowned scholar, humanist, and influential figure during the Reformation. Huizinga delves deep into Erasmus's life and works, exploring the complexities of his beliefs and his critical role in shaping intellectual and religious thought. With a balanced perspective, the author portrays Erasmus as a figure who stood on the threshold of two worlds, torn between the traditions of the Catholic Church and the emerging Protestant movement. What sets this book apart is Huizinga's ability to contextualize Erasmus's ideas within the broader social and cultural climate of the period. He expertly weaves together the various threads of Renaissance humanism, the rapid spread of printing, political upheavals, and the growing discontent with the Catholic Church to paint a holistic picture of the Age of Reformation. This approach allows readers to fully comprehend the complexity and significance of Erasmus's ideas and the impact they had on society. Furthermore, Huizinga's writing style is both accessible and engaging, making the book a pleasure to read. His prose flows effortlessly, rendering complex historical concepts in a manner that is easily comprehensible to both the academic and general reader. Additionally, the book is peppered with direct quotes and excerpts from Erasmus's writings, allowing readers to directly engage with the primary sources and gain a deeper understanding of his philosophy. While the book does focus primarily on Erasmus, Huizinga does not neglect the broader Reformation movement. He provides an intelligible overview of the key players, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, and explores the interplay between Erasmus's ideas and the more radical reformers. This nuanced approach offers a comprehensive view of the Reformation as a whole, showcasing the intricate web of ideas and debates that characterized the era. Overall, Erasmus and the Age of Reformation is an outstanding work of historical scholarship that expertly examines the life and ideas of Erasmus within the broader context of the Reformation. Huizinga's insightful analysis, engaging writing style, and meticulous research make this book an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex tapestry of the Renaissance and the transformative Age of Reformation. First Page: ERASMUS AND THE AGE OF REFORMATION JOHAN HUIZINGA with a selection from the letters of Erasmus HARPER TORCHBOOKS / The Cloister Library HARPER & ROW, PUBLISHERS NEW YORK, EVANSTON, AND LONDON [Illustration: WOODCUT BY HANS HOLBEIN. 1535] ERASMUS AND THE AGE OF REFORMATION Printed in the United States of America Huizinga's text was translated from the Dutch by F. Hopman and first published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1924. The section from the Letters of Erasmus was translated by Barbara Flower. Reprinted by arrangement with Phaidon Press, Ltd., London Originally published under the title: "Erasmus of Rotterdam" First HARPER TORCHBOOK edition published 1957 Library of Congress catalogue card number 57 10119 CONTENTS Preface by G. N. Clark xi CHAP. I CHILDHOOD AND EARLY YOUTH, 1466 88 1 II IN THE MONASTERY, 1488 95 10 III THE UNIVERSITY OF PARIS, 1495 9 20 IV FIRST STAY IN ENGLAND, 1499 1500 29 V ERASMUS AS A HUMANIST 39 VI THEOLOGICAL ASPIRATIONS, 1501 47 VII YEARS OF TROUBLE LOUVAIN, PARIS, ENGLAND, 1502 6 55 VIII IN ITALY, 1506 9 62 IX THE PRAISE OF FOLLY 69 X THIRD STAY IN ENGLAND, 1509 14 79 XI A LIGHT OF THEOLOGY, 1514 16 87 XII ERASMUS'S MIND 100 XIII ERASMUS'S MIND ( continued ) 109 XIV ERASMUS'S CHARACTER 117 XV AT LOUVAIN, 1517 18 130 XVI FIRST YEARS OF THE REFORMATION 139 XVII ERASMUS AT BASLE, 1521 9 151 XVIII CONTROVERSY WITH LUTHER AND GROWING CONSERVATISM, 1524 6 161 XIX AT WAR WITH HUMANISTS AND REFORMERS, 1528 9 170 XX LAST YEARS 179 XXI CONCLUSION 188 SELECTED LETTERS OF ERASMUS 195 List of Illustrations 257 Index of Names 263 PREFACE by G... Continue reading book >>

Erasmus and the Age of Reformation By: Johan Huizinga (1872-1945)

Erasmus and the Age of Reformation by Johan Huizinga is a masterpiece of historical literature that provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most significant periods in European history. Huizinga's meticulous research, coupled with his engaging writing style, transports the reader back to the Renaissance era, painting a vivid picture of the political, social, and religious landscape of the time.

The book primarily focuses on Erasmus of Rotterdam, a renowned scholar, humanist, and influential figure during the Reformation. Huizinga delves deep into Erasmus's life and works, exploring the complexities of his beliefs and his critical role in shaping intellectual and religious thought. With a balanced perspective, the author portrays Erasmus as a figure who stood on the threshold of two worlds, torn between the traditions of the Catholic Church and the emerging Protestant movement.

What sets this book apart is Huizinga's ability to contextualize Erasmus's ideas within the broader social and cultural climate of the period. He expertly weaves together the various threads of Renaissance humanism, the rapid spread of printing, political upheavals, and the growing discontent with the Catholic Church to paint a holistic picture of the Age of Reformation. This approach allows readers to fully comprehend the complexity and significance of Erasmus's ideas and the impact they had on society.

Furthermore, Huizinga's writing style is both accessible and engaging, making the book a pleasure to read. His prose flows effortlessly, rendering complex historical concepts in a manner that is easily comprehensible to both the academic and general reader. Additionally, the book is peppered with direct quotes and excerpts from Erasmus's writings, allowing readers to directly engage with the primary sources and gain a deeper understanding of his philosophy.

While the book does focus primarily on Erasmus, Huizinga does not neglect the broader Reformation movement. He provides an intelligible overview of the key players, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, and explores the interplay between Erasmus's ideas and the more radical reformers. This nuanced approach offers a comprehensive view of the Reformation as a whole, showcasing the intricate web of ideas and debates that characterized the era.

Overall, Erasmus and the Age of Reformation is an outstanding work of historical scholarship that expertly examines the life and ideas of Erasmus within the broader context of the Reformation. Huizinga's insightful analysis, engaging writing style, and meticulous research make this book an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex tapestry of the Renaissance and the transformative Age of Reformation.

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ERASMUS AND THE AGE OF REFORMATION

JOHAN HUIZINGA

with a selection from the letters of Erasmus

HARPER TORCHBOOKS / The Cloister Library

HARPER & ROW, PUBLISHERS

NEW YORK, EVANSTON, AND LONDON

[Illustration: WOODCUT BY HANS HOLBEIN. 1535]

ERASMUS AND THE AGE OF REFORMATION

Printed in the United States of America

Huizinga's text was translated from the Dutch by F. Hopman and first published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1924. The section from the Letters of Erasmus was translated by Barbara Flower.

Reprinted by arrangement with Phaidon Press, Ltd., London

Originally published under the title: "Erasmus of Rotterdam"

First HARPER TORCHBOOK edition published 1957

Library of Congress catalogue card number 57 10119

CONTENTS

Preface by G. N. Clark xi

CHAP.

I CHILDHOOD AND EARLY YOUTH, 1466 88 1

II IN THE MONASTERY, 1488 95 10

III THE UNIVERSITY OF PARIS, 1495 9 20

IV FIRST STAY IN ENGLAND, 1499 1500 29

V ERASMUS AS A HUMANIST 39

VI THEOLOGICAL ASPIRATIONS, 1501 47

VII YEARS OF TROUBLE LOUVAIN, PARIS, ENGLAND, 1502 6 55

VIII IN ITALY, 1506 9 62

IX THE PRAISE OF FOLLY 69

X THIRD STAY IN ENGLAND, 1509 14 79

XI A LIGHT OF THEOLOGY, 1514 16 87

XII ERASMUS'S MIND 100

XIII ERASMUS'S MIND ( continued ) 109

XIV ERASMUS'S CHARACTER 117

XV AT LOUVAIN, 1517 18 130

XVI FIRST YEARS OF THE REFORMATION 139

XVII ERASMUS AT BASLE, 1521 9 151

XVIII CONTROVERSY WITH LUTHER AND GROWING CONSERVATISM, 1524 6 161

XIX AT WAR WITH HUMANISTS AND REFORMERS, 1528 9 170

XX LAST YEARS 179

XXI CONCLUSION 188

SELECTED LETTERS OF ERASMUS 195

List of Illustrations 257

Index of Names 263

PREFACE

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