Gordon, F. Bruce

Calvin

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ISBN 13:
9780300170849
author:
Gordon, F. Bruce
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Yale University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
416
Dimensions:
12.7 x 3.05 x 20.32 centimetres
Genre:
Biography, Religious, Religion,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£18.44

Description

John Calvin: A Complex Life This biography presents a nuanced portrait of John Calvin, a figure at the heart of the Protestant Reformation. Calvin's life was marked by a profound conversion and a lifelong commitment to his faith, which had a profound impact on the world around him. Gordon's engaging narrative explores Calvin's character, his relationships, and the context in which he lived and worked. The book delves into Calvin's struggles with his own sense of superiority, as well as his personal tragedies and failures, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual. Through this biography, Calvin's legacy as a devoted servant of the Church and a transformative figure in the history of Christianity is brought to life.

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