The Reformation /
"... a concise overview of one of the most contentious periods of human history. The Reformation laid the groundwork for Western society. From the late 12th century through the 17th centuries, the Catholic Church and the "Reformed" churches stuggled for control of the population in Eu...
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| Format: | CD Audio Book |
| Language: | English |
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Prince Frederick, MD :
Recorded Books,
[2005]
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| Series: | Modern Library chronicles (Recorded Books, Inc.)
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| Summary: | "... a concise overview of one of the most contentious periods of human history. The Reformation laid the groundwork for Western society. From the late 12th century through the 17th centuries, the Catholic Church and the "Reformed" churches stuggled for control of the population in Europe. Traditional Roman Catholic practices were questioned: indulgences, penitential works, pilgrimage, and the worship of saints, the monastic life. The Scriptures were reinterpreted and Christianity redefined as men like Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Wesley and others gained prominence. The sovereignty of the Catholic Church was deteriorating and the power of the state was rising"--Container. |
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| Item Description: | Unabridged. Compact discs. In container (17 cm.). Sound recording. |
| Physical Description: | 7 sound discs (7.5 hr.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in. |
| ISBN: | 1419302841 |