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The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: Religion, War, Famine and Death in Reformation Europe,Used
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Using the prism of Drer's woodcut, the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, Andrew Cunningham and Ole Grell offer a new and exciting interpretation of European history in the period 1490 to 1648. Drer's image came to characterize the outlook of most early modern Europeans, who saw repeated episodes of war, epidemics and famine as indicating the imminent end of the world. Lavishly illustrated with fascinating contemporary images, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse brings together religious, social, military and medical history, giving readers a unique insight into the early modern world. Andrew Cunningham is a Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellow in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science in the University of Cambridge. His most recent book is The Anatomical Renaissance (1997). Ole Peter Grell is a Lecturer in Early Modern History at the Open University, Milton Keynes. Among his recent books are Calvinist Exiles in Tudor and Stuart England (Scolar Press, 1997) and Paracelsus: The Man and His Reputation (Brill Academic Publishers, 1998). Together the authors have published Health Care and Poor Relief in Protestant Europe 15001700 (Routledge, 1997) and Health Care and Poor Relief in CounterReformation Europe (Routledge, 1999). Since 1998 they have edited the series History of Medicine in Context published by Ashgate.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions of the book are six point six nine inches in length, zero point eight seven inches in width, and nine point six one inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains three hundred seventy-six pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who are the authors of the book? A: The book is authored by Andrew Cunningham and Ole Peter Grell, both experts in early modern history.
- Q: What is the main subject of the book? A: The book focuses on the themes of religion, war, famine, and death in Reformation Europe, utilizing Dürer's woodcuts as a lens for interpretation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study and offers unique insights into early modern history.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent damage to the pages and binding.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth, but avoid using water or cleaning solutions.
- Q: Is there any special care needed for this book? A: No special care is needed; just handle it with clean hands to keep it in good condition.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: No, this book is more suitable for adults and older students due to its complex themes and historical content.
- Q: What makes this book different from others on the same topic? A: This book offers a unique interpretation of European history through the lens of Dürer's artwork, combining various historical disciplines.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for research? A: Yes, it is a valuable reference for research in the fields of history, religion, and social studies.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The exact publication date is not provided, but it covers historical events from fourteen ninety to sixteen forty-eight.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book is lavishly illustrated with fascinating contemporary images that enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes students, historians, and anyone interested in early modern European history.
- Q: What is the ISBN of the book? A: The ISBN is not provided in the details, but it is published by Cambridge University Press.