Praise of Folly by Desiderius Erasmus

Praise of Folly

Desiderius Erasmus with Roger Clarke (Translator)

311 pages first pub 1511 (editions)

nonfiction classics philosophy religion challenging dark medium-paced
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Praise of Folly by Desiderius Erasmus is a thought-provoking and wickedly witty read that will delight readers who revel in clever satire, philosophical introspection, and a healthy dose of irreverence, making it a perfect fit for those who crave a clever and incisive exploration of the human condition.

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The goddess Folly gives a speech, praising herself and explaining how much humanity benefits from her services, from politicians to philosophers, aristocrats, schoolteachers, poets, lawyers, theologians, monarchs and the clergy. At the same time, ...

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3.61
based on 897 reviews

Moods

funny: 65%

reflective: 60%

challenging: 53%

lighthearted: 30%

informative: 25%

inspiring: 20%

dark: 13%

hopeful: 4%

relaxing: 4%

adventurous: 2%

mysterious: 2%


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11% of readers chose fast
45% of readers chose medium
42% of readers chose slow
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