PDF⋙ The Luther Bible of 1534
The Luther Bible of 1534 The Luther Bible of 1534 PDF, ePub eBook D0wnl0ad Bible stories: Martin Luther’s revolutionary publication Martin Luther’s Bible, first printed in 1534, was not only a milestone for the printing press, but also a momentous event in world history . A UNESCO world heritage masterpiece , Luther’s translation from Hebrew and ancient Greek into German made the Bible accessible to laypeople for the first time and gave printed reference to a whole new branch of Christian faith : Protestantism. In this meticulous two-volume reprint, TASCHEN presents both the Old and New Testaments of Luther’s landmark publication. Based on a precious copy of the original and printed in color, it reveals the multilayered splendor of this bible , showcasing the meticulous script, elaborate initials, and exquisite color woodcuts from the workshop of Lucas Cranach . Stephan Füssel, director of the Institute for Book Sciences at the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, adds his expertise