Sir Thomas More
Sir Thomas More lived during the sixteenth century in England. He was a writer and statesman. More’s was a humanist and was interested in philosophy. He was a devote Catholic. Europe during this time was in social disaster. Innovations in the sciences and arts were flourishing. “Utopia” is a word that means there is no such a place. The utopia was given the name to More’s ideal republic. In Utopia, he points out the defects in society and explains changes that need to be made to redeem society.
More had an impact on historical Europe and our world today. Mores’ writings have authors a new way to express their ideas. He moved literature from entertainment purposed to portrayals of society. He spread Christian humanism and gave rise to many religions still practiced today.
More had an impact on historical Europe and our world today. Mores’ writings have authors a new way to express their ideas. He moved literature from entertainment purposed to portrayals of society. He spread Christian humanism and gave rise to many religions still practiced today.