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Erasmus Against War - cover

Erasmus Against War

Desiderius Erasmus

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

This is a strong argument about the evils of war. Although it was written more than 500 years ago, it is still so well-reasoned that it is pertinent even today. Much of what Erasmus writes could easily be applied to present-day scenarios. Erasmus was arguably one of the greatest 'thinkers' ever born, and his name is still used to front a project designed to enrich young persons' lives - The Erasmus Project.
Available since: 11/29/2019.
Print length: 283 pages.

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