02622cam a22003493u 4500 66557 UtSlPG 20260610134533.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22019287 UtSlPG fr iso639-1 Z Boulmier, Joseph, 1821- Estienne Dolet: Sa vie, ses œuvres, son martyre Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-10-17 Laurent Vogel, Hans Pieterse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Estienne Dolet: Sa vie, ses œuvres, son martyre" by Joseph Boulmier is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book presents the life and legacy of Estienne Dolet, an influential figure during the intellectual Renaissance in 16th-century France, focusing particularly on his contributions as a humanist and printer, alongside the trials he faced due to his advocacy for free thought. It lays the groundwork for a deeper understanding of Dolet as not just a scholar but a martyr for the cause of intellectual freedom. At the start of this work, the author addresses the reader, establishing the context in which Estienne Dolet lived and worked. The narrative transports us back to 16th-century Lyon, where the atmosphere is imbued with a sense of anticipation and scholarly pursuit. We are introduced to Dolet as a passionate thinker consumed by his love for knowledge, depicted in a tranquil yet intense environment surrounded by books. The text hints at his tumultuous future, foreshadowing the conflicts between his progressive thoughts and the rigid traditions of his time. Through the author's vivid imagery, Dolet is portrayed not only as a man of intellect but as a figure standing at the crossroads of enlightenment and oppression, setting the stage for the dramatic events that will unfold in his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Printers -- France -- Biography Dolet, Étienne, 1509-1546 Editors -- France -- Biography Authors, French -- 16th century -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66557 107379 107379