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1 Northern Renaissance Writers
What was the difference?

2 Northern Writers Critical of the failure of the Christian Church to inspire people to live a Christian life Education was important even for women; they founded co-ed schools Christian Humanism: focused on the reform of society

3 Desiderius Erasmus Christian Humanist from Holland
The Praise of Folly 1509 Made fun of foolish Study of the Bible could change society Christianity was in the heart; not rules and ceremonies

4 Thomas More Christian Humanist from England Utopia 1516
He tried to show a better society; a more “perfect” world

5 Christine De Pizan Spoke out about unequal treatment of women
Produced a variety of literary works Very educated, and believed all women should have that opportunity

6 Questions Which writer had the best purpose?
How are these writers different from that of the Italian Renaissance?


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