Brief biography of Desiderius Erasmus, a Renaissance scholar and theologian, famous for The Colloquies.

May 3, 2009 - Tel Asiado

Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam, commonly known among historians as the prince of the humanists, was an influential figure in the history of Protestant Reformation.

Oct 18, 2009 - Edwin Vargas

For a student in the European Union looking to spend time in another EU country, the Erasmus program may be the perfect semester abroad option.

Aug 15, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Stefan Zweig's biographies compel us to appreciate how historical figures harnessed their energies to deal with the challenges before them.

Apr 30, 2012 - Christopher Reid

Emma Wedgwood, Charles's cousin and wife, was neither a scholar nor an evolutionist, but she was both loved and highly respected by her husband and family.

Jan 5, 2010 - Katharine Garstka

Passion is not only a part of torrid love. It also ignites our experience of many things. Passions are vices or virtues to their highest powers, Goethe said.

Mar 16, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Erasmus and Holbein praised the great humanist statesman while he lived, and across 500 years, the great Catholic saint continues to shine through the arts.

Jun 13, 2010 - Alex Sharp

Paintings of Thomas More show the same man through different historical lenses. Holbein painted a man; Yeames painted a legend, and Whatley painted a saint.

Jun 13, 2010 - Alex Sharp

Thomas More is best remembered for his refusal to acknowledge Henry VIII supremacy over the Church and later executed. More was considered a genius by his contemporaries.

Mar 17, 2010 - Carolyn M Cash

His human-friendly, literature-as-life approach keeps Magellan's daring spirit alive.

Oct 10, 2011 - Egberto Almenas