THOMAS MORE Premium Edition (Annotated)
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THOMAS MORE Premium Edition (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Utopia, The History of King Richard III, Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation, De Tristitia Christi, Biography

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THOMAS MORE Premium Edition (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Utopia, The History of King Richard III, Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation, De Tristitia Christi, Biography

About this book

Thomas More Premium Edition presents the enduring intellectual force of More's writings, most notably the political and philosophical imagination associated with Utopia. Combining satire, dialogue, humanist learning, and moral inquiry, the volume belongs to the rich context of Renaissance humanism, where classical models were used to test the institutions of Christian Europe. Its prose is elegant yet sharp, balancing playful invention with serious reflections on justice, property, governance, conscience, and the fragile hopes of social reform. Thomas More (1478–1535) was a lawyer, statesman, scholar, and devout Christian whose public life placed him at the center of Tudor politics. A friend of Erasmus and a leading English humanist, he united legal discipline with classical education and theological conviction. His experience in government, diplomacy, and religious controversy deeply shaped his literary concerns, especially his fascination with the ethical responsibilities of rulers and citizens. This edition is recommended for readers seeking more than a historical curiosity. It offers a demanding but rewarding encounter with one of the Renaissance's most subtle minds, invaluable to students of literature, political thought, theology, and early modern history. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand?picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.

Information

Publisher
e-artnow
Year
2019
Topic
Literature
eBook ISBN
9788027303571
Subtopic
Religious Biographies
Index
Literature

Table of contents

  1. THOMAS MORE Premium Edition
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Utopia (1516)
  4. The History of King Richard the Third (c. 1513–1518)
  5. The Four Last Things (c. 1522)
  6. Dialogue of Comfort Against Tribulation (1534)
  7. The Sadness of Christ (De Tristitia Christi) (1535)
  8. The Life of Pico della Mirandola (Translated by Thomas More)
  9. Tractates & Prayers
  10. Poems
  11. Sir Thomas More by Henri Brémond
  12. The Life of Sir Thomas More by William Roper
  13. The Letters of Sir Thomas More to His Daughter

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