Explore the life of a key reformer and the long road of England’s Reformation.
This edition traces Nicholas Ridley’s crucial role as a reformer, from early ideas to martyrdom, within the stirring history of the sixteenth century.
The book frames the Reformation through Ridley’s actions, the political and religious forces of the era, and the shifts that reshaped English faith. It blends biography with broad historical context, offering a clear view of how religious change unfolded in a nation torn by loyalty, doctrine, and power.
- Character and stakes: follow Ridley’s resolve amid dangerous court and church politics.
- Historical timeline: see how reform ideas spread, faced opposition, and evolved over time.
- Primary sources and context: discover how scholars used records and correspondence to rebuild the period.
- Impact and aftermath: understand how Ridley’s work influenced the church and society.
Ideal for readers of religious history, biography, and the broader story of the English Reformation, this edition presents a grounded, accessible look at a pivotal figure and era.