This book is a biography of the great reformer Martin Luther, written by his contemporary and disciple Johannes Mathesius. Based on first-hand accounts and personal recollections, it provides a unique and compelling insight into the life, character, and achievements of one of the most influential figures in Christian history. Mathesius covers various aspects of Luther's life, including his childhood, education, religious conversion, writings, and controversies, presenting a vivid and engaging portrait of a man whose ideas and actions changed the course of European history. A must-read for anyone interested in the Reformation period and its legacy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.