In Praise of Folly Illustrated with Many Curious Cuts
By Erasmus, Desiderius, 1469-1536
Length4h 28m
About this audiobook
"In Praise of Folly" by Desiderius Erasmus is a satirical work that humorously critiques societal, religious, and political practices of the time. Written as a speech by Folly personified, it uses wit and irony to challenge human flaws and institutions. This edition includes unique illustrations that complement the text's playful tone.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length4 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 9, 1511
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Sir Thomas More
2On The Argument And Design Of The Following Oration
3Erasmus's Praise Of Folly (pt. 1)
4Erasmus's Praise Of Folly (pt. 2)
5Erasmus's Praise Of Folly (pt. 3)
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6Erasmus's Praise Of Folly (pt. 4)
7Erasmus's Praise Of Folly (pt. 5)
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