Martin Luther: a late medieval life

Zusammenfassung: This brief, insightful biography of Martin Luther strips away the myths surrounding the Reformer to offer a more nuanced account of his life and ministry. Coinciding with the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, this accessible yet robustly historical and theological work highlight...

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Main Author: Leppin, Volker 1966- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Grand Rapids, Michigan Baker Academic [2017]
In:Year: 2017
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Luther, Martin 1483-1546 / Reformation
RelBib Classification:KDD Protestant Church
Further subjects:B Biography
B Luther, Martin (1483-1546)
B Reformation (Germany) Biography
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Summary:Zusammenfassung: This brief, insightful biography of Martin Luther strips away the myths surrounding the Reformer to offer a more nuanced account of his life and ministry. Coinciding with the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, this accessible yet robustly historical and theological work highlights the medieval background of Luther's life in contrast to contemporary legends. Internationally respected church historian Volker Leppin explores the Catholic roots of Lutheran thought and locates Luther's life in the unfolding history of 16th-century Europe.
Item Description:Foreword by Timothy J. Wengert
ISBN:0801098211