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What a task it must be to write a biography of Martin Luther. The man wrote over 55 volumes (and growing). Further, the historiogaphy is deep (500 years) and wide (Luther and the Reformation, Luther and the German nation, Luther and the Nazis, Luther and liberation theology, Luther and . . .) Beside Leggi tutto

Most people associate the name ‘Martin Luther’ to the well-known leader of American civil rights movement – Martin Luther King Jr, who had made the memorable ‘I have a dream’ speech that awakened blacks in America. The American owes his name to another reformer who had lived in sixteenth century Ger Leggi tutto

An excellent, academic biography of Martin Luther. The book was detailed, provided a great deal of background for both Luther’s actions and the world in which he worked, as well as shared his inner and outer life. I feel like I know Luther the man better after reading this book. While it does not ha Leggi tutto

"Martin Luther: Visionary Reformer" is an apt biography to read as we approach the Reformation's 500th anniversary this October. Scott H. Hendrix provides readers with a very detailed account of Martin Luther that draws upon the latest scholarly research and investigation. Hendrix clears away a lot

It's a comprehensive biography that covers not only Luther's life but also the political dynamics that took place during the Protestant Reformation. Because Hendrix includes so much information, the narratival flow suffered a bit, but the book is a great examination of Luther's life.

Good treatment of subject , life and thought.

This is a great piece of scholarship that looks at Luther's personal life and relationships in relation to his theological development and the Reformation. Hendrix does a wonderful job of organizing the information and bringing in context around everything. It is an interesting perspective that is w Leggi tutto

Had to drop this when my renewal ran out (New Book). It was a loaner, and my home library just got a copy. Back to it! (6/3) Finally! Reading this one in between all the others; read a chapter, or half, then get to the "good" one. I'm glad I read about his life; growing up with a Catholic education t Leggi tutto

A good overview of Luther's life and work. Hendrix emphasizes the personal side of Luther and his support network of relationships, as opposed to being a "lone crusader."A *** may be unfair to an author who has done tons of research in primary documents, but somewhere between that and **** seems app Leggi tutto