Publisher's Synopsis
Erasmi Colloquia Selecta: Or The Select Colloquies Of Erasmus is a book written by the famous Dutch Renaissance humanist, Desiderius Erasmus. The book was first published in 1804 and contains a collection of dialogues or colloquies that Erasmus wrote in Latin. The colloquies are short conversations between two or more people that cover a wide range of topics, such as religion, education, morals, and everyday life.The colloquies in this book are selected from Erasmus's larger collection of colloquies, which he wrote in the early 16th century. They were intended to be used as a tool for teaching Latin to young students, but they also served as a way for Erasmus to express his ideas and criticize the society of his time.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different theme. The first section deals with religious topics, such as the importance of prayer and the role of the church. The second section focuses on education and includes colloquies on the value of learning and the duties of teachers and students. The third section covers moral topics, such as honesty and friendship. The final section includes colloquies on everyday life, such as eating, drinking, and traveling.Overall, Erasmi Colloquia Selecta: Or The Select Colloquies Of Erasmus is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential thinkers of the Renaissance. It provides insight into the intellectual and cultural climate of the time and offers timeless wisdom on a wide range of topics.With An English Translation, As Literal As Possible, Designed For The Use Of Beginners In The Latin Tongue. 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.
