A Textbook Of Church History V4: 1517-1648 (1861) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166490317)

""A Textbook of Church History V4: 1517-1648"" is a historical book written by John C. L. Gieseler and published in 1861. The book is the fourth volume in a series of textbooks on the history of the Christian church. This volume covers the period between 1517 and 1648, which includes the Reformation, the Counter-Reformation, and the Thirty Years' War. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the major events, figures, and movements that shaped the church during this period. It explores the theological and political debates that led to the split between the Catholic and Protestant churches, as well as the efforts of the Catholic Church to reform itself in response to the Protestant Reformation. The author provides a detailed account of the key figures of the period, including Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Ignatius of Loyola, and their impact on the church. He also discusses the role of the church in the political and social events of the time, including the rise of nation-states and the conflicts that ensued. Overall, ""A Textbook of Church History V4: 1517-1648"" is a comprehensive and informative resource for anyone interested in the history of the Christian church during this important period of transformation and upheaval.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John C. L. Gieseler
ISBN-10: 1166490319
ISBN-13: 9781166490317
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 604
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.22d