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Enriched Edition. Utopia, The History of King Richard III, Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation, De Tristitia Christi, BiographyBy Thomas More

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Thomas More Premium Edition presents the enduring intellectual force of More's writings, most notably the political and philosophical imagination associated with Utopia. Combining satire, dialogue, humanist learning, and moral inquiry, the volume belongs to the rich context of Renaissance humanism, where classical models were used to test the institutions of Christian Europe. Its prose is elegant yet sharp, balancing playful invention with serious reflections on justice, property, governance, conscience, and the fragile hopes of social reform. Thomas More (1478–1535) was a lawyer, statesman, scholar, and devout Christian whose public life placed him at the center of Tudor politics. A friend of Erasmus and a leading English humanist, he united legal discipline with classical education and theological conviction. His experience in government, diplomacy, and religious controversy deeply shaped his literary concerns, especially his fascination with the ethical responsibilities of rulers and citizens. This edition is recommended for readers seeking more than a historical curiosity. It offers a demanding but rewarding encounter with one of the Renaissance's most subtle minds, invaluable to students of literature, political thought, theology, and early modern history. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.

Political Intrigue Dystopian Psychological Satire Apocalyptic Rebellion Grief Identity

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GenreLiterary Classics

Length40 hrs 17 mins

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Publish dateApr 8, 2019

LanguageEnglish

1Introduction

32The Life of Giovanni Pico, Earl of Mirandola

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33Three Letters Written by Pico Della Mirandola

3Utopia (1516)

34The Interpretation of Giovanni Pico Upon This Psalm Conserva Me Domine

4Introduction

35Pico&#x27;s Twelve Rules

5Discourses of Raphael Hythloday, of the Best State of a Commonwealth (pt. 1)

36Pico&#x27;s Twelve Weapons of Spiritual Battle

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6Discourses of Raphael Hythloday, of the Best State of a Commonwealth (pt. 2)

37Pico&#x27;s Twelve Properties or Conditions of a Lover

7The History of King Richard the Third (c. 1513–1518)

38A Prayer of Pico Mirandola Unto God

8The History of King Richard the Third (pt. 1)

39Tractates &amp; Prayers

9The History of King Richard the Third (pt. 2)

40A Godly Instruction

10The Continuation of the History of King Richard the Third from the Hardyng&#x27;s Chronicle

41A Godly Meditation

11The Four Last Things (c. 1522)

42Prayer of Thomas More

12The Remembrance of Death

43A Devout Prayer

13Of Pride and Envy

44Poems

14Of Covetousness, Gluttony, and Sloth

45A Ruefull Lamentation

15Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation (1534)

46The Words of Fortune to the People

16BOOK ONE (pt. 1)

47A Merry Jest

17BOOK ONE (pt. 2)

48To Them who Trust in Fortune

18BOOK TWO (pt. 1)

49To Them who Seek Fortune

19BOOK TWO (pt. 2)

50Sir Thomas More by Henri Brémond

20BOOK THREE (pt. 1)

51Chapter I Youth

21BOOK THREE (pt. 2)

52Chapter II Erasmus and Thomas More

22The Sadness of Christ (De Tristitia Christi) (1535)

53Chapter III Private Life

23The Printer to the Gentle Reader

54Chapter IV Public Life

24Of 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

55Chapter V Thomas More and the Lutheran Invasion

25‘Of the Cutting of Malchus&#x27;s Ear.’

56Chapter VI The Writer

26How His Disciples Forsook Him

57Chapter VII The Conflict

27Of the Taking of Christ

58Chapter VIII The Martyrdom

28The Life of Pico della Mirandola (Translated by Thomas More)

59The Life of Sir Thomas More by William Roper

29Introduction By J. M. Rigg

60Introduction

30The Life of Pico Della Mirandola