Enhanced by illustrations and line drawings, Luther and His Times examines the early years and development of the great reformer of the church. The author examined available primary and secondary source materials in America and Germany to prepare this unique study of Luther.
Sections addressThe European scene, providing background for Luther and the Reformation
Luther's early life and monastic struggles
The university environment at Wittenberg
Luther's posting of the theses, the early conflicts with Rome, the diet of Worms
The growth of the Reformation church and the attempts to unify Christendom
The last years of Luther