Living I Was Your Plague - (Lawrence Stone Lectures) by Lyndal Roper

Living I Was Your Plague is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of Martin Luther's complex legacy, offering fresh perspectives on how he crafted his larger-than-life image and how it has been portrayed in his own times and ours.

Renowned Luther biographer Lyndal Roper examines the painter Lucas Cranach's images that made the reformer an instantly recognizable character, discussing what Luther's dreams reveal about his relationships and how his masculinity was on the line in his polemical attacks.

The book also delves into Luther's hostility towards the papacy, infused with anti-Semitism, and how his legacy has given rise to a remarkable flood of kitsch, from "Here I Stand" socks to Playmobil Luther figures.

Living I Was Your Plague is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex and enduring legacy of Martin Luther and his image.