Description: This work is a guide to the life, thought and activities of Nicholas of Cusa (1401-1464), the great fifteenth century philosopher, theologian, jurist, author of mystical and ecclesiastical treatises, cardinal and reformer. It is intended not only for advanced scholars, but also for beginners and those simply curious about a man who has been called
Review Quotes: '... comprehensive reference work... provides a substantial list of research articles... Recommended.' Choice 'This volume is a fitting legacy of the career of Morimichi Watanabe, who served for many years as the president of the American Cusanus Society; editor of its newsletter; and unofficial ambassador of Cusan studies in the United States, Europe, and Japan... This collection implicitly bears testimony to the development and diversity of Cusanus studies in recent decades as well as to Watanabe's own role in that diffusion. Here and there, Watanabe made suggestions for further research, so it is possible that mentors might benefit from handing this volume to their best students. Because Watanabe walked in Cusanus's footsteps, so can we.' Catholic Historical Review