Senses and the English Reformation

Discover the rich interplay between sensory perception and religious transformation in Matthew Milner's compelling work, Senses and the English Reformation. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2011, this hardcover edition spans an insightful 430 pages. Milner dives deep into Tudor perspectives on the senses, crafting a fresh lens to understand the complexities of the English Reformation.

The book begins by investigating pre-Reformation beliefs and practices, offering readers an understanding of the intellectual climate surrounding sensory experiences in fifteenth-century England. By situating these views within their contemporary philosophical tensions, Milner sheds light on how sensory perceptions influenced religious thought and societal shifts during this tumultuous era.

This essential read is a must-have for historians, theologians, and anyone interested in the intricate dialogue between sensory experience and spiritual evolution in early modern England.