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The authoritative, unforgettable biography of Martin Luther, the great religious leader, who entered a monastery as a youth and who, as a man, shattered the structure of the medieval church. Luther spoke out against the corrupt religious practices that then existed. His demanded... Read Full Overview

This biography of Martin Luther, the 16th-century German theologian and religious reformer, provides a detailed look at his role in the Protestant Reformation. Bainton argues that Luther's struggle to reform the Catholic Church stemmed from his belief in the primacy of scripture... Read Full Overview