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Exploring the interplay of culture and politics in late-sixteenth-century Vienna, this study delves into a unique moment of religious moderation through the lives of four key figures. An Italian artist, a Silesian physician, a Dutch librarian, and a German soldier each contributed to an irenic movement aimed at fostering peace and understanding. Their diverse backgrounds and efforts highlight the complexities of compromise during a time of significant tension, offering insights into the broader implications of their endeavors on society and governance.
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The Quest for Compromise, Howard Louthan
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- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- The Quest for Compromise
- Subtitle
- Peacemakers in Counter-Reformation Vienna
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Howard Louthan
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- ISBN13
- 9780521027120
- Category
- Social sciences
- Description
- Exploring the interplay of culture and politics in late-sixteenth-century Vienna, this study delves into a unique moment of religious moderation through the lives of four key figures. An Italian artist, a Silesian physician, a Dutch librarian, and a German soldier each contributed to an irenic movement aimed at fostering peace and understanding. Their diverse backgrounds and efforts highlight the complexities of compromise during a time of significant tension, offering insights into the broader implications of their endeavors on society and governance.