John Calvin

John Calvin is one of the most important figures in religious history. Sitting at the cusp of the medieval and early modern world, he was centre stage during the huge schism that split the early modern church. In this new biography, Michael Mullett introduces us to this most important figure, tying his life together with that of Martin Luther, but also valuing his individual contribution and influence. The book explores his life, and the work that has remained so influential even today. Mullett also explores the many significant influences on Calvin and his work, and the relationships that he formed along his 'reforming' path. Looking not only at the impact of Calvin throughout the early modern period and the importance of his work to contemporaries, Mullett also assesses the impact that Calvin¿s works have had in shaping the modern world, and the relevance that they still have today.