Spain and the Protestant Reformation The Spanish Inquisition and the War for Europe

This is an ideal book for anyone interested in understanding the politics of the Reformation from the perspective of the Habsburg monarchy, and the author does a superb job of making connections between theology and politics. Although many other political figures have received treatment in the past, far fewer works have been devoted to Philip II, especially in English, and thus this book is a welcome addition. It provides a different perspective on the Spanish Inquisition and monarchy from what most Protestants are used to reading, and as such, it contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the events of the 16th century, which ideally will lead to greater objectivity.

Andrew Messmer, Academic Dean, Seville Theological Seminary, Spain. Evangelical Review of Theology 48 no 3 (2024): 284-285.