This volume covers a period of major change that had a lasting impact on art, science, economics, political thought, and education. Rudolph W. Heinze examines the various positions taken by medieval church reformers, explores the efforts of the leading reformer Martin Luther, and emphasises how the reformations brought moral and doctrinal changes to Christianity, permanently altering the religious landscape, then and now. 'For anyone looking for a comprehensive, well-written and up-to-date history of the Reformation, "Reform and Conflict" should be their first choice.' - Ronald Fritze, dean of arts and sciences, Athens State University