The Life of Luther, with an Introduction and a View of the Reformation in England

George Croly

Published by Ward and Lock, London, 1858

About this Item

This is a beautifully bound and illustrated antique copy of "The Life of Luther (MARTIN LUTHER), with an Introduction and a View of the Reformation in England" by George Croley. 1858; Ward and Lock; London. The book features wonderful engravings throughout by Gustav Konig. Handsome fine binding with gilt accents and lettering on the covers and spine. Gilt page edges on all sides of the text block. Decorative end papers. The book is a biographical work that combines a narrative of Martin Luther's life with a broader historical and theological analysis of the Protestant Reformation. It is specifically notable for its extensive supplemental content and its collaboration with art. It tracks Luther's journey from his early life and "cloister years" as a monk to his pivotal role in sparking the Reformation with the 95 Theses. Beyond a simple biography, Croly includes a "View of the Reformation in England," providing a bridge between the continental movement and the development of the Church of England.

Condition:
Cloth tears at the cover corners, and at the top and bottom edges of the spine. Tight binding with no cracks and no loose pages. Both covers are firmly attached. Bright gilt lettering and decorations on the covers and spine. Bright gilt page edges on all sides of the text block. Nice interior - the pages are lightly age-toned and clean with only hand-numbered pages in pencil at some of the upper-outer corners (the pages that do not have a printed page number have had the page number written in pencil). Overall the book is in Good condition.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1778014443739

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Life of Luther, with an Introduction and a View of the Reformation in England
• Publisher: Ward and Lock, London
• Publication Date: 1858
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Gustav Konig
• Edition: Illustrated Edition
• Condition: Good