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| Author | Merle d'Aubigné, J. H. (Jean Henri), 1794-1872 |
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| Translator | White, H. |
| Title | History of the Great Reformation of the Sixteenth Century in Germany, Switzerland, &c., Volume 4 |
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Project Gutenberg has this entire series, though there were variations in the titles from the original print sources. You can find all volumes: #40858 Vol. 1, published 1845 by W. Collins #41470 Vol. 2, published 1846 by W. Collins #41253 Vol. 3, published 1848 by American Tract Society #40971 Vol. 4, published 1846 by R. Carter #41484 Vol. 5, published 1862 by W. Collins |
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| Summary | "History of the Great Reformation of the Sixteenth Century in Germany, Switzerland, &c." by J. H. Merle D'Aubigné is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This comprehensive work chronicles the pivotal events, figures, and theological shifts that characterized the Protestant Reformation across Germany and Switzerland. Through detailed narratives, the book aims to shed light on the power struggles, religious transformations, and the emergence of Protestantism as a significant movement within Christianity. At the start of the volume, the author reflects on the context of the Reformation, noting the tension between reformative efforts and the established Catholic Church's authority. He emphasizes critical events such as the Diets of Spire and Augsburg, which marked vital confrontations between reformers and ecclesiastical powers, leading to the formalization of Protestantism. D'Aubigné also highlights key figures, including Martin Luther and Philip of Hesse, and their advocacy for religious liberty and reformative principles. The beginning of the work sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the larger social and political implications of this transformative period in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Reformation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40971 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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