that late medieval Catholicism was neither decadent nor decayed, but was a strong and vigorous tradition, and that the Reformation represented a violent rupture from a popular and theologically respectable religious system. For this edition, Duffy has written a new Preface reflecting on recent developments in our understanding of the period.From reviews of the first edition:“A magnificent scholarly achievement [and] a compelling read.”?Patricia Morrison, Financial Times“Deeply imaginative, movingly written, and splendidly illustrated. . . . Duffy’s analysis . . . carries conviction.”?Maurice Keen, New York Review of Books“This book will afford enjoyment and enlightenment to layman and specialist alike.”?Peter Heath, Times Literary Supplement“[An] astonishing and magnificent piece of work.”?Edward T. Oakes, Commonweal

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