Luther and His World: An Introduction - Softcover

Tomlin, Graham

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0745955886 ISBN 13: 9780745955889

Publisher: Lion Books, 2012

Synopsis

Luther and his world examines the central figure in the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century. The author explains Luther's background, and helps the reader to understand the process that led up to his rebellion against the late medieval church. The world of the early Reformers is brought vividly to life, together with their battles and disagreements over what was right doctrine and what was not, and how the church should go forward. Finally, the author offers an assessment of Luther's significance for and contribution to western culture and Christianity.

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Review:

"Those seeking a brief introduction to Luther's life, the political times in which he lived, or the theological and philosophical milieu in which his own thought developed will be well served by Tomlin's accessible and sympathetic presentation, one in which the human side of Luther is never lost." -- Booklist Online

"Tomlin's writing is readable and informative . . . . For most people, this packed-full, not so little, little book will be just enough for them to feel that they now 'get' Martin Luther." --Church of England Newspaper

About the Author:

Graham Tomlin is Director of St Paul's Theological Centre at Holy Trinity Brompton, London. He was formerly vice principal of Wycliffe Hall theological college in Oxford and tutor in historical theology and evangelism.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lion Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0745955886
• ISBN 13: 9780745955889
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160