The dramatically compelling story from the Renaissance to the seventeenth-century wars of religion

The Reformation marked a period of profound upheaval - one of the greatest turning points in the history of Christianity - and sent shock waves through the western world. In this book, Andrew Atherstone traces the dramatic and compelling story from the Renaissance to the sixteenth-century wars of religion, following the action from its beginnings in Germany, through Switzerland, France, Italy, England, Scotland, and the Netherlands. Focusing on the key personalities and events, he explains the often complex ideas that were at stake - and the political as well as religious issues involved. This is a lucid, authoritative account of a movement that changed the face of Europe forever. The great figures, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, are brought vividly to life in an accessible, lively and engaging overview of this critical period.

Andrew Atherstone is research fellow of the Latimer Trust and is involved in a ministry of writing and speaking. His main research explores aspects of Protestant and Evangelical history. His first two books are The Martyrs of Mary Tudor (Day One 2005) and Oxford's Protestant Spy: The Controversial Career of Charles Golightly (Paternoster 2007). His latest book is a popular biography of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby

Andrew Atherstone is research fellow of the Latimer Trust and is involved in a ministry of writing and speaking. His main research explores aspects of Protestant and Evangelical history. His first two books are The Martyrs of Mary Tudor (Day One 2005) and Oxford's Protestant Spy: The Controversial Career of Charles Golightly (Paternoster 2007).

The Reformation marked a period of profound upheaval - one of the greatest turning points in the history of Christianity - and sent shock waves through the western world. In this book, Andrew Atherstone traces the dramatic and compelling story from the Renaissance to the sixteenth-century wars of religion, following the action from its beginnings in Germany, through Switzerland, France, Italy, England, Scotland, and the Netherlands. Focusing on the key personalities and events, he explains the often complex ideas that were at stake, and the political as well as religious issues involved. This is a lucid, authoritative account of a movement that changed the face of Europe forever. The great figures, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, are brought vividly to life in an accessible, lively and engaging overview of this critical period.

The Reformation marked a period of profound upheaval - one of the greatest turning points in the history of Christianity - and sent shock waves through the western world. Andrew Atherstone traces the dramatic and compelling story from the Renaissance to the sixteenth century wars of religion, following the drama from its beginnings in Germany, through France, England, Scotland and Rome. Focusing on the key personalities and events, he explains the often complex ideas that were at stake - and the political as well as religious issues involved. This is a lucid, authoritative account of a movement that changed the face of Europe forever. The great figures, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, are brought vividly to life in an accessible, lively and engaging overview of this critical period.

__Contents__  
Prologue: Seeking Salvation 1  
1\. The Dawn of a Golden Age 3  
2\. Captive to the Word of God 20  
3\. The Sharpened Sickle of Judgment 42  
4\. A Warrior for Christ 62  
5\. Pacifists and Polygamists 87  
6\. Defender of the Faith 109  
7\. The Most Perfect School of Christ 129  
8\. Cleansing the Augean Stables 151  
9\. King Josiah and Queen Jezebel 171  
10\. Wars of Religion 190  
Epilogue: Salvation at Stake 221  
Notes 223  
Index 242

Andrew Atherstone

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Title Page

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Dedication

Prologue: Seeking Salvation

1. The Dawn of a Golden Age

2. Captive to the Word of God

3. The Sharpened Sickle of Judgment

4. A Warrior for Christ

5. Pacifists and Polygamists

6. Defender of the Faith

7. The Most Perfect School of Christ

8. Cleansing the Augean Stables

9. King Josiah and Queen Jezebel

10. Wars of Religion

Epilogue: Salvation at Stake

Notes

Atherstone, Andrew

The Reformation traces the dramatically compelling story from the Renaissance to the seventeenth-century wars of religion. It was a period of profound upheaval, possibly the greatest since Christianity was founded in the first century AD. Andrew Atherstone brings the period to life, looking at why the Reformation happened, how it happened, what it actually was and what it achieved. Focusing on the key personalities and events, he explains the often complex ideas that were at stake - and the political as well as religious issues involved. This is a lucid, authoritative account of a period that changed the face of Europe forever. The great figures - Luther and Calvin especially - are brought vividly to life in an accessible, lively and engaging overview of this critical period.

"Well written, thoroughly researched, and highly informative" -- Prof Peter Marshall, University of Warwick "The drama of the Reformation years comes to life in this exciting survey of the events that changed the church forever" -- Prof Gerald Bray, Beeson Divinity School and Latimer Trust "For anyone interested in obtaining a wide perspective on the Reformation, this will prove as a really helpful book." -- Patrick Boyle Ministry Magazine "A punchy, pithy, and engaging account... Thoroughly researched and well-informed... this is a book as lively as it is learned." -- Church Times

Andrew Atherstone traces the dramatic and compelling story from the Renaissance to the sixteenth-century wars of religion

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