An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

Richard Rex

1 book referenced

Books by Richard Rex

The Making of Martin Luther

Referenced in 3 episodes

435. Luther: The Battle Against Satan (Part 3)

March 31, 2024

Context:

Explicitly mentioned as 'Richard Rex in his book' when discussing when Luther's Reformation moment occurred, arguing it happened early in 1518.

434. Luther: The Revolution Begins (Part 2)

March 28, 2024

Context:

Referenced as 'Richard Rex's book on Luther' - cited when discussing whether Luther actually nailed his 95 theses to the church door, with Rex pointing out this famous story almost certainly didn't happen as traditionally told.

433. Luther: The Man Who Changed the World (Part 1)

March 25, 2024

Context:

The hosts read the first paragraph of this book to open the episode, describing Luther's posting of the 95 Theses. Referenced as providing the dramatic narrative of Luther's challenge to the Catholic Church.