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Calvin: His Life, His Labors And His Writings is a comprehensive biography of John Calvin, a prominent theologian and religious reformer of the 16th century. Written by Felix Bungener, a Swiss pastor and historian, the book provides a detailed account of Calvin's life, from his birth in France in 1509 to his death in Geneva in 1564. The book explores Calvin's early years and education, his conversion to Protestantism, and his role in the development of the Reformation movement. It also delves into his theological writings, including his famous work, Institutes of the Christian Religion, and his influence on Protestant theology and practice. Bungener provides an objective and balanced portrayal of Calvin, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and thinker. He also examines the controversies and conflicts that surrounded Calvin during his lifetime, including his clashes with other religious leaders and his involvement in the execution of the heretic Michael Servetus. Overall, Calvin: His Life, His Labors And His Writings is a well-researched and insightful biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in Protestant history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
