The Reformation

Another primer of the reformation. Nichols briskly moves through the pertinent historical epoch placing the reformation within its context. At times, Nichols may be too brief and the reader may want further explanation, somewhat weakening the intention of the book; targeting at the novice reader wanting to understand the reformation within its historical context. \\r\\n\\r\\nShort read, maybe to consider as part of a few books needed to understand the historical context of the reformation. 35

In this book, Nichols provides an introductory history on the Reformation which started in 1517 and argues why it still matters five hundred years later. His history includes interesting coverage on reformers like Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, John Calvin, the Anabaptists, the Anglicans, the Puritans, and also women of the Reformation. The book ends with an Appendix which contains selections from Reformation documents. For the Christian reader unacquainted with the Reformation, this book provides a helpful starting point. Useful and recommended.