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Hutten, Ulrich von
1488
1523
Hottenus, Holderichus
Hutenus, Huldericus
Hutten, Ulric de
Hutten, Ulrich de
Hutten, Ulrich, Sir
Huttenus, Ludovichus
Huttenus, U. (Ulricus)
Nemo
Von Hutten, Ulrich
Tailhade, Laurent
1854
1919
Azède
Azede
Cachetero, El
Junipérien, Dom
Juniperien, Dom
Lorenzaccio
Patte-Pelue
Renzi
Tybalt
Epistolae obscurorum virorum. French
Épîtres des hommes obscurs du chevalier Ulrich von Hutten traduites par Laurent Tailhade
Epitres des hommes obscurs du chevalier Ulric von Hutten traduites par Laurent Tailhade
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"Épitres des hommes obscurs du chevalier Ulric von Hutten" traduites par Laurent Tailhade is a collection of satirical writings that likely originated during the early 16th century. The work critiques the ignorance and corruption of the monastic and clerical classes in Germany during a time of significant social and religious upheaval, primarily addressing the tensions leading up to the Protestant Reformation. Through the lens of Hutten's sharp wit, the book explores themes of humanism and enlightenment, targeting figures such as Reuchlin and the Dominican order, while reflecting on the broader cultural movements of the Renaissance. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the historic context of Hutten's letters, which were part of a broader intellectual battle against the obscurantism of his time. It details the tensions between humanist scholars and the religious authorities, focusing on figures like Johann Reuchlin, who faced persecution for promoting Jewish texts. Hutten, characterized as a fiery and combative figure, uses humor and irony to peel back the layers of hypocrisy and ignorance in the religious establishment. His letters not only aim to defend Reuchlin but also satirize the absurdity and superstitions of the clerics, providing a vibrant snapshot of the cultural clash that defined the early Reformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
fr
Satire
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546
Reuchlin, Johann, 1455-1522
PA
Text
Category: Humour
Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: French Literature
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
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