Stanford, Peter
Martin Luther: Catholic Dissident
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473621671
- author:
- Stanford, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 29.5 x 12.7 x 2.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Martin Luther: A Catholic Dissident The 31st of October 2017 marks a significant anniversary in the history of Christianity, as Martin Luther pinned his 95 'Theses' to the door of his local university church in Wittenberg. This bold gesture, which has become an iconic moment in the Protestant Reformation, was a call to action for reform within the Catholic Church. A new biography by journalist Peter Stanford explores Luther's life and legacy, examining his aims for Catholicism and his enduring impact on the church. Stanford's biography offers a fresh perspective on Luther, looking at his life within the context of his Catholic faith. The author delves into Luther's private and spiritual life, shedding light on the tensions that drove him to challenge the status quo. This is a compelling narrative that reveals the complexities of Luther's character and the events that shaped his legacy. A new biography that offers a modern Catholic perspective on one of the most influential figures in Christian history, Martin Luther: A Catholic Dissident is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Protestant Reformation.