The Luther Bible of 1534

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Bible stories: Martin Luther’s revolutionary publication

Martin Luther’s Bible, first printed in 1534, was once now not just a milestone for the printing press, but additionally a momentous event in world history. A UNESCO world heritage masterpiece, Luther’s translation from Hebrew and ancient Greek into German made the Bible accessible to laypeople for the primary time and gave printed reference to an entire new branch of Christian faith: Protestantism.

In this meticulous two-volume reprint, TASCHEN presents both the Old and New Testaments of Luther’s landmark publication. In response to a precious copy of the unique and printed in color, it reveals the multilayered splendor of this bible, showcasing the meticulous script, elaborate initials, and exquisite color woodcuts from the workshop of Lucas Cranach.

Stephan Füssel, director of the Institute for Book Sciences on the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, adds his expertise to the publication with detailed descriptions of the illustrations, in addition to an introduction exploring Luther’s life and the seismic significance of his bible.

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