Utopia - More, Saint Thomas
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Utopia is a novel written by Sir Thomas More based on fiction and socio-political satire. Thomas More describes a utopian island nation in this well-known book, where thousands of people live in harmony and peace, both men and women receive an education, and all property is shared. This utopian vision, which was originally written in Latin, is also a biting satire of Europe in the sixteenth century, and it has had a significant impact on utopian fiction even today. The story tells about More's journey to Antwerp as an ambassador for England and King Henry VIII is depicted in the book. When not…mehr

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Utopia is a novel written by Sir Thomas More based on fiction and socio-political satire. Thomas More describes a utopian island nation in this well-known book, where thousands of people live in harmony and peace, both men and women receive an education, and all property is shared. This utopian vision, which was originally written in Latin, is also a biting satire of Europe in the sixteenth century, and it has had a significant impact on utopian fiction even today. The story tells about More's journey to Antwerp as an ambassador for England and King Henry VIII is depicted in the book. When not performing his formal duties, More spends time, talking with his friend Peter Giles about intellectual topics. One day, More witnesses Giles conversing with a bearded man whom he believes to be a ship's captain. Raphael Hythloday, a new individual whom Giles quickly introduces to More, is revealed to be a philosopher and a globetrotter. For dinner and conversation, the three men go to Giles' home, where Hythloday starts to talk about his adventures. To know about his adventures, readers must read this book which will describe their conversation!
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During the turbulent English Reformation, "Saint Thomas More" was an English statesman, humanist, and martyr who is most remembered for his steadfast adherence to his beliefs and his refusal to compromise his Catholic faith. More was born in London, went to a top-notch school, studied law, and joined the government. In his most well-known work, "Utopia" (1516), More envisioned an ideal society marked by equality, fairness, and communal living. It is a foundational work of political and social philosophy. He gained the respect of King Henry VIII via his wit and intelligence, which resulted in his appointment as Lord Chancellor in 1529. But More's resistance to Henry's break from the Catholic Church over the king's divorce caused tension in their relationship. Because of his moral fortitude, adherence to conscience, and support of religious liberty, Saint Thomas More is held in high regard. His works and life continue to stimulate debates on morality, politics, and the relationship between religion and authority.