--- product_id: 40883147 title: "The Reformation: A History of European Civilization from Wycliffe to Calvin, 1300 - 1564 (Story of Civilization series, Volume 6)" price: "€ 140.76" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/40883147-the-reformation-a-history-of-european-civilization-from-wycliffe-to store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Reformation: A History of European Civilization from Wycliffe to Calvin, 1300 - 1564 (Story of Civilization series, Volume 6) **Price:** € 140.76 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Reformation: A History of European Civilization from Wycliffe to Calvin, 1300 - 1564 (Story of Civilization series, Volume 6) - **How much does it cost?** € 140.76 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/40883147-the-reformation-a-history-of-european-civilization-from-wycliffe-to) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description [Read by Stefan Rudnicki] An engrossing volume on the European Reformation by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Will Durant The sixth volume of Durant's acclaimed Story of Civilization , '' The Reformation '' chronicles the history of European civilization from 1300 to 1564. In this masterful work, listeners will encounter: -the schism within the Roman Catholic Church and the formation of early Protestantism; -the theology of Martin Luther and his societal impact; -the rise of Humanism and the life of Desiderius Erasmus; -the royal monarchies of England, France, Spain, and Italy; -the imperial conquests of Christopher Columbus and the discovery of the Americas; -the Bohemian revolution of Eastern Europe, the unification of Russia, and the rise of the Ottoman Empire; -the teachings of John Calvin; and -the Counter-Reformation of the sixteenth century. Review: One of a series from a gifted mind and loving partnership with Durant's wife and their daughter. - This book likely printed in the early 1960s (I don't have it in my office for a "fact check") arrived in PERFECT condition like it just came off the printing press. The book and jacket were sealed in a clear, plastic wrap that seemingly kept the air out. I haven't yet broken the seal, but think I must ultimately do that if I want to read this book And, yes, I really do want to read it. Review: A long slough, but SOOOOO rewarding! - While I am a history enthusiast, I have more of a focus on American History and am relatively deficient in European History, especially in things like the Reformation. But good history is good history no matter the topic and Will Durant is a master storyteller. A book like this doesn't read quickly, it won't let itself be read quickly. But if the reader is truly interested in learning, then Mr. Durant will satisfy every need. I learned so much about so many things in Europe, and not just about religion. Durant does a spectacular job of telling us also about rulers and tyrants, politics and intrigue, lifestyles of nobility, clergy and the masses as well as the state of music, art, literature and philosophy. I think the author knew he was asking a lot of his readers, so he sprinkles some wonderful humor here and there to keep the story moving. This book was written in the late 1950s and I don't read enough in this field to know whether a "better" account of the Reformation has been written in the last 60 years, but it would be hard to imagine and I have absolutely no reservation in recommending this tome to anyone seeking to learn about Europe and the Reformation. Contrary to other reviews I have read, I did not think that the conversion from print to the Kindle format left anything to be desired. If there were misspellings or omissions, they were of little-to-no consequence for me. (I own the hard copy, but decided to buy the Kindle version as well in order to lighten the load when flying.) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #6,035,953 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #823 in History of Civilization & Culture #4,615 in Italian History (Books) #7,831 in French History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 124 Reviews | ## Images ![The Reformation: A History of European Civilization from Wycliffe to Calvin, 1300 - 1564 (Story of Civilization series, Volume 6) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611dfdmAL9L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of a series from a gifted mind and loving partnership with Durant's wife and their daughter. *by R***L on April 14, 2026* This book likely printed in the early 1960s (I don't have it in my office for a "fact check") arrived in PERFECT condition like it just came off the printing press. The book and jacket were sealed in a clear, plastic wrap that seemingly kept the air out. I haven't yet broken the seal, but think I must ultimately do that if I want to read this book And, yes, I really do want to read it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A long slough, but SOOOOO rewarding! *by R***. on May 20, 2016* While I am a history enthusiast, I have more of a focus on American History and am relatively deficient in European History, especially in things like the Reformation. But good history is good history no matter the topic and Will Durant is a master storyteller. A book like this doesn't read quickly, it won't let itself be read quickly. But if the reader is truly interested in learning, then Mr. Durant will satisfy every need. I learned so much about so many things in Europe, and not just about religion. Durant does a spectacular job of telling us also about rulers and tyrants, politics and intrigue, lifestyles of nobility, clergy and the masses as well as the state of music, art, literature and philosophy. I think the author knew he was asking a lot of his readers, so he sprinkles some wonderful humor here and there to keep the story moving. This book was written in the late 1950s and I don't read enough in this field to know whether a "better" account of the Reformation has been written in the last 60 years, but it would be hard to imagine and I have absolutely no reservation in recommending this tome to anyone seeking to learn about Europe and the Reformation. Contrary to other reviews I have read, I did not think that the conversion from print to the Kindle format left anything to be desired. If there were misspellings or omissions, they were of little-to-no consequence for me. (I own the hard copy, but decided to buy the Kindle version as well in order to lighten the load when flying.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Poor Kindle version of an amazing book *by N***K on January 2, 2014* After finishing the sixth book of The Story of Civilization series, I am in awe of the Durants. It takes geniuses (with a bit of a madness) to attempt a summation of human history, but it takes that rare breed of person to write such a compelling history in such a way that every page is a treat. As an armchair historian, I feel indebted to them. I say with certainty that such a collection of books will never be surpassed in our lifetimes. To invest the time and energy into these books requires a bit of madness itself, but after spending 18 months and countless (sometimes grueling) hours to finish 6 volumes, I can honestly say that I haven't wasted a single moment or regretted it for an instant. The Reformation covers around 1300 to the mid 1550s. Martin Luther isn't mentioned until several hundred pages in. As someone who only knew about Luther "nailing something to the door of some church", it gave me a understanding as to Luther as a person, what he tried to accomplish and what actually happened. "I understood why" became my phrase throughout the book. I understood why Henry VIII went to such great lengths to produce a male heir. I understood why Luther went after Rome so hard and got caught up in trading one infallibility for another. I understood why Germany led the Reformation because of money going to Rome and Luther's fervor. And I understood why the Church had to wage war and fatten the treasury to maintain that precarious grip on power. I personally didn't approve, but I understood why. As for the Kindle version - there are OCR errors on virtually every other page and they stick out because you're focused on reading every single word that's written. It's a shame, and I wish Simon and Schuster would fix this (or at least give readers a way to submit errors easily.) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/40883147-the-reformation-a-history-of-european-civilization-from-wycliffe-to](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/40883147-the-reformation-a-history-of-european-civilization-from-wycliffe-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-07*