Broken Idols Of The English Reformation by Margaret Aston
Religion and the Destruction of Sacred Images
This scholarly work delves into the tumultuous period of the English Reformation, focusing on the widespread destruction of religious images and icons. It explores the motivations behind this iconoclasm, examining the theological, political, and social factors that fueled the movement. The book provides a detailed analysis of how these actions reflected broader shifts in religious thought and practice, highlighting the complex interplay between power, belief, and cultural transformation during this pivotal era in English history.
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- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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