Age of Reform, 1250-1550: An Intellectual and Religious History of Late Medieval and Reformation Europe

In the late Middle Ages, Steven Ozment's book explores the growth and dissemination of dissenting intellectual trends, leading to the Reformations of the sixteenth century. It illuminates the complex philosophical and theological issues that inspired antagonistic schools, traditions, and movements, providing insight into the impact of late medieval ideas on early modern society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 02 October 2020
Publisher: Yale University Press

The late Middle Ages saw the emergence of the religious movement that would transform European thought in the 1500s. In his book, Steven Ozment explores the development and spread of dissenting intellectual trends over three centuries, culminating in the Reformations of the sixteenth century. He delves into the complex philosophical and theological issues that fueled antagonistic schools, traditions, and movements, from Aquinas to Calvin. This comprehensive synthesis of intellectual and religious history sheds light on the influence of late medieval ideas on early modern society.

This new edition, celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the seminal work, features an enlightening foreword by Carlos Eire and Ronald K. Rittges. It is an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike, offering a fresh perspective on this significant period of history.

Weight: 696g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300203554