Erasmus of Rotterdam: Advocate of a New Christianity

‘This will become a standard book to introduce students of theology, scripture, and peace studies to a scholar who knows no boundaries and consistently sought to resolve conflicts by shedding new light on their origins… Essential.’ D.A. Brown, Choice Magazine - vol 51:04:2013

‘Christine-von Wedel carefully harnesses Erasmus’s work as a scholar to a program of religious reform within the Catholic tradition… Students of Christian humanism have much to gain from this comprehensive study.’

Ralph Keen, Renaissance Quarterly vol 67:03:2014

‘Erasmus of Rotterdam is a terrific achievement that establishes Erasmus of Rotterdam as an intellectual influence… Wedel does an exceptional job engaging the sources and literature of Erasmus’s own era in context.’

Rebecca Giselbrecht, Zwingliana vol 42:2015

“Christine Christ-von Wedel’s careful research and penetrating analysis have produced a study with many gems and that throws new light on Erasmus’ work. She demonstrates an impressive knowledge of theology, not only of Erasmus’ time, but also of preceding periods. The Erasmus she presents is a devout Christian and a critical thinker, uncompromising in his search for the truth, to the point of freely conceding ambiguities that prove to be irresolvable.”

Peter G. Bietenholz, Professor Emeritus, Department of History, University of Saskatchewan

“A stimulating and important book, Erasmus of Rotterdam is a valuable contribution to Erasmus and early modern studies. Christine Christ-von Wedel’s range of scholarship is most impressive.”

Jane Phillips, Professor of Classics, Department of Modern and Classical Languages, University of Kentucky

“Erasmus of Rotterdam is an admirable, intellectually stimulating introduction to Erasmus’ theology. Adding a fresh and clear voice to the chorus of scholars who have brought us biographies of Erasmus, it will resonate with and shape a new generation of Erasmus scholars.”

Hilmar Pabel, Department of History, Simon Fraser University