{"title":"Saint Thomas More","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaint Thomas More, a luminary of English literature and history, offers readers a profound exploration of societal ideals through his celebrated works. Known primarily for his seminal work, \u003cem\u003eUtopia\u003c\/em\u003e, More introduces us to a fictional island society where harmony and reason prevail, challenging us to reflect on the complexities of our own world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1478, More was a Renaissance humanist, lawyer, and a prominent figure in King Henry VIII's court, until his eventual martyrdom. His writings blend a keen intellect with a deep moral compass, often exploring themes of justice, governance, and the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eUtopia: New Translation and Annotated Edition\u003c\/em\u003e available in our collection offers not just More's visionary ideas in contemporary translation, but also insightful annotations that enrich the reader's understanding of the text and its historical context. It belongs to the General Fiction category, appealing to both scholars and those new to More's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSaint Thomas More's works are timeless, sparking thoughtful discourse on society and citizenship. Dive into his writings to embark on an intellectual journey that transcends the centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"utopia-new-translation-and-annotated-edition-by-saint-thomas-more-9781847496256","title":"Utopia: New Translation and Annotated Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Thomas More’s hugely influential \u003cem\u003eUtopia\u003c\/em\u003e, a traveller recounts his discovery of an island nation in which the inhabitants enjoy unprecedented social cohesion and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book imagines a community in which laws, personal relations, and professional ambition are based on reason, in contrast with the tradition-bound superstitions of Europe, which were, in More’s eyes, impediments to equality and peaceful coexistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the indicators of the profound cultural and political influence of More’s masterpiece is today’s common use of the word \u003cem\u003eUtopia\u003c\/em\u003e—a term he invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary treatise on the values of rationality and reason—here presented in a sparkling new translation by Roger Clarke and accompanied by copious notes and additional texts—questions what a philosopher can do to enact change in society, and how idealized visions can inform political practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846953160940,"sku":"9781847496256","price":15.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/be7aeba2bd6cd202941e5685ce197af3.jpg?v=1758965586"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/saint-thomas-more.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}