The Ship of Fools, Volume 1 by Sebastian Brant

(8 User reviews)   2137
By Helen Allen Posted on Jan 2, 2026
In Category - Family Life
Brant, Sebastian, 1458-1521 Brant, Sebastian, 1458-1521
English
"The Ship of Fools, Volume 1" by Sebastian Brant is a satirical allegory in German verse published in 1494. This illustrated work presents 112 brief satires attacking the weaknesses and vices of its time through the popular ship of fools trope. Speaking through the voice of the fool, Brant could freely criticize church and society in pre-Reformatio...
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Deborah King
4 months ago

Once I began reading, the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. It was exactly what I needed right now.

Kevin Nguyen
2 weeks ago

As part of my coursework, the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. A valuable addition to my digital library.

Donald Davis
1 month ago

After finishing this book, the author demonstrates strong mastery of the topic. I appreciate the effort put into this.

Michelle Brown
4 months ago

I didn’t realize how engaging this would be until the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. Truly inspiring.

Logan Mitchell
6 months ago

Simply put, the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. One of the best books I've read this year.

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