Martin Luther: A Very Short Introduction

• Presents an overview of Luther's life, his writings, his world, and his legacy
• Dispels some myths about Luther without destroying the elusiveness of character that keeps this historical figure fascinating
• Discusses Luther's anti-Judaism and its place in Nazi propaganda
• Includes chapters on his family and the political and cultural influences around him

Readership: General readers interested in Luther, the Reformation, Christianity and religion, as well as students of all these disciplines.

Scott H. Hendrix, Emeritus Professor of Reformation History, Princeton Theological Seminary

"A useful new book." - Scott Hendrix, The Daily Telegraph

Foreword
1: Luther and the reformation
2: Becoming a reformer
3: The labours of reform
4: Luther's Bible
5: The new Christianity
6: The political reformation
7: From monk to family man
8: Angels and demons
Afterword
Chronology
Glossary
Further reading