Collected Works of Erasmus - 9781442641150

University of Toronto Press

Explore the intellectual battles of the Renaissance with the Collected Works of Erasmus: Controversies, Volume 82. This essential volume delves into Erasmus' humanistic theological approach and its clash with the dominant scholastic theology of the University of Paris. Discover the decade-long controversy between Erasmus and the Theological Faculty, particularly its director Noël Béda, presented here with the first-ever English translation of their formal dispute and Erasmus' two replies. Featuring an extensive introduction and detailed commentary by Clarence H. Miller and James K. Farge, this work illuminates the fundamental differences between humanist and scholastic theological views more thoroughly than many of Erasmus' other polemical writings. Volume 82 of the Collected Works of Erasmus series provides critical insights into a pivotal moment in intellectual history. Key Features: * Detailed account of the formal controversy between Erasmus and the University of Paris theologians. * Includes the first English translation of Erasmus' replies. * Offers in-depth introduction and commentary by leading scholars. * Volume 82 in the esteemed Collected Works of Erasmus series. Product Summary: University of Toronto Press, Hardback, Collected Works of Erasmus: Controversies, Volume 82, English language version, 400 pages, ISBN 9781442641150.