A Short History of the Reformation

Name: A Short History of the Reformation
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781780766102
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By Helen L. Parish

Series: Short Histories

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A Short History of the Reformation by Helen L. Parish offers a concise examination of the Protestant Reformation, exploring the religious upheaval of the 16th century that reshaped Christianity and Europe. The book discusses key figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin, as well as the significant political, cultural, and social impacts of these transformative events. Its narrative provides an accessible insight into how the Reformation influenced the development of modern Western society.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring the transformative events of the Reformation and understanding its impact on religion and society. The author provides a clear and engaging narrative that traces the key figures and ideas that reshaped Europe during this seminal period in history.

A Short History of the Reformation

Martin Luther pinned his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg he shattered foundations of western Christendom. The Reformation of doctrine and practice that followed Luther's seismic action, and protest against sale of indulgences, fragmented the Church and overturned previously accepted certainties and priorities.

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When, in October 1517, Martin Luther pinned his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg, he shattered the foundations of western Christendom. The Reformation of doctrine and practice that followed Luther's seismic action, and protest against the sale of indulgences, fragmented the Church and overturned previously accepted certainties and priorities.

But it did more, challenging the relationship between spiritual and secular authority, perceptions of the supernatural, the interpretation of the past, the role of women in society and church, and clerical attitudes towards marriage and sex.

Drawing on the most recent historiography, Helen L Parish locates the Protestant Reformation in its many cultural, social, and political contexts. She assesses the Reformers' impact on art and architecture; on notions of authority, scripture, and tradition; and—reflecting on the extent to which the printing press helped spread Reformation ideas—on oral, print, and written culture.

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A Short History of the Reformation by Helen L. Parish is praised for its up-to-date treatment of the Reformation, offering a comprehensive summary of its major themes with both coherence and diversity. The book stands out by expertly exploring not only Luther's story but also its profound impact on various aspects of ordinary life, while also highlighting less conventional themes like the visual arts, family dynamics, and the supernatural. It is recognized for its assured, well-written, and engaging approach, making it a significant contribution by using recent scholarship and primary sources.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780766102

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: I.B. Tauris

Illustration: 5 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 252g

Pages: 256

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Education & Reference European History Helen L. Parish History & Military Non-Fiction Politics & Current Affairs Religion & Spirituality Series: Short Histories

About the Author

Helen L. Parish is Professor of History at the University of Reading. Her previous books include Superstition and Magic in Early Modern Europe: A Reader (Bloomsbury, 2015), Monks, Miracles and Magic: Reformation Representations of the Medieval Church (2005) and Clerical Marriage and the English Reformation: Precedent, Policy and Practice (2000).