Erasmus

Squashed Erasmus Squashed Erasmus- The Condensed Edition of Desiderius Erasmus' In Praise of Folly. Praise of Folly Praise of Folly- John Wilson's 1688 translation of this, Erasmus' best-known work. Catholic Encyclopedia: Desiderius Erasmus 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. The History Guide: Desiderius Erasmus, 1466-1536 The History Guide: Desiderius Erasmus, 1466-1536- Biographical information, a picture, and a brief selection from the Praise of Folly.