Luther, vol. 2 of 6

"Luther, vol. 2 of 6" by Hartmann Grisar is a historical work that studies the life of Martin Luther, concentrating on the Reformation era and the theological arguments that marked this important time in European history. The book gives deep looks into Luther’s connections with his followers, such as humanists and nobles, and his changing theological views that started the Reformation. Opening with the historical background, it goes into Luther’s partnerships with humanists and nobles who saw him as a fighter for intellectual freedom, focusing on key friendships with people like Ulrich von Hutten, who tried to gather support for Luther against the Roman Catholic Church. Grisar shows Luther as more than just a revolutionist but as someone closely involved in the problems of his time, mixing personal beliefs with the political facts of the Holy Roman Empire and leading to the unravelling of his excommunication.