Johann Reuchlin (1455-1522) (arbeiten Zur Kirchengeschichte) [Hardcover]

This is the first biography of Johann Reuchlin (1455-1522) in English, based upon the new critical edition of his correspondence. Reuchlin became most famous as the Catholic defender of Jewish books at the beginning of the 16th century, clarifying the Catholic Church's position toward the Jews. The book contributes to the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Declaration on Relations with the Jews of the Second Vatican Council in 1965.