Contributions by eighteen scholars cover Luther's social and political contexts, the major themes in his work, and his continuing impact.

Helmer seeks to remove Luther from his later mythological status as heroic reformer and analyses Luther and his impact through a focus on his roots as a devout Catholic monk, priest, and theologian.

Mullet provides an excellent historical overview of Luther's life, work, reception, and impact.

Using a close theological reading of Luther's most important texts, Atkinson's older but still useful biography examines Luther's life and work in the context of his social environment.

This comprehensive volume of contributions by nearly fifty scholars covers Luther's life, education, social and cultural environment, his allies and adversaries, as well as his works and their reception.

Focusing on the early years of the Reformation, Harline writes in a lively and engaging style.