1. Erasmus' Praise of Folly (1508-1509)
... , he is but the worst of slaves, inasmuch as he gives himself up willingly to so many and such detestable masters" (Radice, electronic version). Erasmus stresses throughout his work on the importance of denying desires and passions, in order to become socially constructive. But if one chooses to ... follow our desire and passions, it "removes a man from virtue" (Radice, electronic version) and causes them to be unreasonable and live a life praising Folly. Erasmus, through Folly, shows that money is a ridiculous thing in life that ... things and madness. For instance, "some [men] desire ...
- Word Count: 1530
- Approx Pages: 6
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Undergraduate