The Age of the Reformation

"The Age of the Reformation" by Preserved Smith is a historical exploration of Europe in the 1500s, examining the big changes that happened then, namely, the Reformation, when people started questioning the Church. The book talks about how the growth of business and new ideas mixed with the religious changes, describing how the Renaissance ended and different countries were starting to form. The author shows how new ways of thinking, money changes, and people wanting to do their own thing all came together to make the Reformation happen, impacting society and politics.