ABSTRACT

'Attractively-written, wise and judicious, with touches of engaging wit. It is now the best introduction to Luther in English.' - Diarmaid MacCulloch, University of Oxford

This important biography portrays Luther, his concerns and his achievements with clarity and verve, and provides a comprehensive introduction for students, general readers and those seeking to understand the roots of the continuing discords in modern Christianity. Self-aware yet violently prejudiced, bigoted yet inspiring, Luther is presented here with unflinching candour and honesty.

chapter 1|20 pages

INTRODUCTION

chapter 3|26 pages

FROM THE PSALMS TO THE 95 THESES

chapter 5|34 pages

FROM LEIPZIG TO WORMS, 1519–1521

chapter 6|28 pages

THE DIET OF WORMS AND AFTER, 1521–1523

chapter 9|30 pages

LUTHER’S LATER YEARS

chapter 10|14 pages

CONCLUSION