Erasmus was born in 1469, so it might not seem surprising that he is little known today, but to many of his contemporaries he was the greatest man alive, a modern Socrates whose learning and wisdom had not been equalled for a thousand years, ‘a kind of divine being sent down to us from heaven.’ The influence of Erasmus contributed powerfully to the Reformation, and this book is a much needed look at a man who’s impact on history has long been underestimated. 1 copy currently selling at a reduced price due to a faded spine.