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Luther
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Written by an authority on Martin Luther, this is the definitive biography of the central figure of the Protestant Reformation.
"This remarkable study, combining learning, realism, and literary adroitness, brings us close to Luther. Above all, it conveys Luther's power: the intensity of his faith, the coherence of his thought, the force of his personality."—New Yorker
"A brilliant account of [Martin] Luther’s evolution as a man, a thinker, and a Christian. . . . Every person interested in Christianity should put this on his or her reading list."—Lawrence Cunningham, Commonweal
Written by one of the world’s greatest authorities on Martin Luther, this is the definitive biography of the central figure of the Protestant Reformation. The book portrays the controversial reformer in the context of his own time, analysing his state of mind and describing his world more closely than has ever been done before.
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Praised by the New Yorker for its combination of learning, realism, and literary skill, this biography vividly conveys Luther's powerful presence. The Glasgow Herald calls it a magnificent, idea-rich work worthy of its subject, while the Journal of Ecclesiastical History highlights its unflinching portrayal of Luther's passionate and sometimes turbulent character. Scotsman commends Oberman's blend of rigorous scholarship with theological sensitivity, calling the book a milestone in Reformation studies.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780300103137
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 April 2006
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Contributors:
- Translated by Eileen Walliser-Schwarzbart
Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 395g
Pages: 400
About the Author
The late Heiko A. Oberman was professor of medieval, Renaissance, and Reformation history at the University of Arizona.
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