The Greatest Works of Thomas More (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Essays, Prayers, Poems, Letters & Biographies: Utopia, The History of King Richard III, Dialogue of Comfort Against TribulationBy Thomas More, William Roper

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The Greatest Works of Thomas More gathers the writings of one of Renaissance humanism's most searching and paradoxical minds, placing political fantasy, devotional argument, polemic, and biographical remembrance in illuminating proximity. From the enduring imaginative experiment of Utopia to works of conscience, controversy, and spiritual reflection, the volume reveals a writer equally attentive to civic order, moral ambiguity, and the claims of faith. Its range of styles—dialogue, satire, treatise, prayer, and life-writing—situates More within the vigorous intellectual ferment of early modern Europe. The collection is enriched by the presence of William Roper, More's son-in-law and early biographer, whose account helped shape the posthumous image of More as statesman, martyr, and exemplar of learned piety. Together, these voices register the pressures of Tudor politics, the Reformation, and the humanist recovery of classical eloquence. They illuminate how private conscience and public duty could collide in an age of institutional transformation. This volume is recommended to readers seeking a concentrated encounter with More's literary, political, and religious legacy. It offers students and general readers alike a rare opportunity to trace the tensions between ideal commonwealths and historical realities, intellectual play and mortal seriousness, individual conviction and collective authority. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection. - Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer. - A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists. - A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds. - Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.

Political Intrigue Royalty & Courts Conspiracy Antihero Dystopian Rebellion War & Battle

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GenrePhilosophy, Literary Classics

Length40 hrs 54 mins

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Publish dateApr 8, 2019

LanguageEnglish

1The Greatest Works of Thomas More (Annotated)

2Introduction

3Historical Context

4Synopsis (Selection)

5Utopia (1516)

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6Introduction

7Discourses of Raphael Hythloday, of the Best State of a Commonwealth (pt. 1)

8Discourses of Raphael Hythloday, of the Best State of a Commonwealth (pt. 2)

9The History of King Richard the Third (c. 1513–1518)

10The History of King Richard the Third (pt. 1)

11The History of King Richard the Third (pt. 2)

12The Continuation of the History of King Richard the Third from the Hardyng's Chronicle

13The Four Last Things (c. 1522)

14The Remembrance of Death

15Of Pride and Envy

16Of Covetousness, Gluttony, and Sloth

17Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation (1534)

18BOOK ONE (pt. 1)

19BOOK ONE (pt. 2)

20BOOK TWO (pt. 1)

21BOOK TWO (pt. 2)

22BOOK THREE (pt. 1)

23BOOK THREE (pt. 2)

24The Sadness of Christ (De Tristitia Christi) (1535)

25The Printer to the Gentle Reader

26Of the Sorrow, Weariness, Fear, and Prayer of Christ Before His Taking, as It Is Written in the XXVI Chapter of St. Matthew, the XIII of St. Mark, the XXII of St. Luke, and the XVIII of St. John

27‘Of the Cutting of Malchus's Ear.’

28How His Disciples Forsook Him

29Of the Taking of Christ

30The Life of Pico della Mirandola (Translated by Thomas More)

31Introduction By J. M. Rigg

32The Life of Pico Della Mirandola

33Dedication

34The Life of Giovanni Pico, Earl of Mirandola

35Three Letters Written by Pico Della Mirandola

36The Interpretation of Giovanni Pico Upon This Psalm Conserva Me Domine

37Pico's Twelve Rules

38Pico's Twelve Weapons of Spiritual Battle