Interpreting Thomas More's Utopia

The proceedings of a symposium commemorating the 450th anniversary of Thomas MoreÆs death and the 50th anniversary of his canonization, Interpreting Thomas MoreÆs Utopia presents four leading Morean scholars on various aspects central to understanding MoreÆs masterpiece. An introduction by Governor Mario M. Cuomo in which he assesses MoreÆs influence on his career in public life precedes this stimulating discussion. The contributions, in order of appearance, are "A Personal Appreciation" by Mario M. Cuomo, "The Argument of Utopia" by George M. Logan, "The Key to Nowhere: Pride and Utopia" by Thomas I. White, "Utopia and Martyrdom" by Germain MarcÆhadour, and "The Idea of Utopia from Hesiod to John Paul II" by John C. Olin.Olin, John C. is the author of 'Interpreting Thomas More's Utopia' with ISBN 9780823212330 and ISBN 0823212335.