Whitewash and the new aesthetic of the Protestant Reformation. By Victoria Ann George. Pp. xxii+476 incl. 117 ills. London: The Pindar Press, 2012. £150. 978 1 904597 64 3 (original) (raw)
2015, The Journal of Ecclesiastical History
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The paper examines "Whitewash and the New Aesthetic of the Protestant Reformation" by Victoria Ann George, discussing its structure and content, which is divided into three parts: Relations, Places, and Topics. It highlights significant aspects of Reformed orthodoxy, geographic diversity of its influence, and theological discussions across different regions while acknowledging ongoing research in this area. The review emphasizes the scholarship quality, although it notes some inconsistencies in presentation, and suggests that the book serves as a valuable resource despite its high price, pointing towards the need for further comprehensive studies.
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