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Desiderius Erasmus, 1466-1536. Dutch philosopher known as one of the great Renaissance humanist writers. A critic of the church and producer of authoritative editions of the classics, he wrote in Latin.

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The History Guide: Desiderius Erasmus, 1466-1536 Biographical information, a picture, and a brief selection from the Praise of Folly. www.historyguide.org/intellect/erasmus.html

Erasmus Short biographical article on the Dutch humanist, in the Columbia Encyclopedia. www.bartleby.com/65/er/Erasmus.html

Praise of Folly John Wilson's 1688 translation of this, Erasmus' best-known work. www.ccel.org/e/erasmus/folly/folly.html

Catholic Encyclopedia: Desiderius Erasmus Article by Joseph Sauer from this 1912 reference work. An extensive overview of the life, works and impact of this scholar. www.newadvent.org/cathen/05510b.htm

Erasmus, Desiderius Brief illustrated profile. search.biography.com/print_record.pl?id=4955

Erasmus Text Project Latin and English texts presented by Chris Cudabac. Also features a number of pictures of Erasmus. smith2.sewanee.edu/erasmus

Erasmus (1466-1536) Article on his life, writings, and theology. groups.msn.com/Spiritualteachers/erasmus.msnw