Markwald, Rudolf K., 1919-

Katharina von Bora : a reformation life / Rudolf K. Markwald and Marilyn Morris Markwald. - 253 pages ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 241-244) and index.

Katharina's ancestry -- A period of preparation -- Cloistered years -- An open mind -- The great escape -- Luther's headache -- Katharina's choice -- The knot is tied -- The black cloister -- The Luther household -- Motherhood and children -- Joy, suffering, and crescendo love -- Gracious hostess at Luther's table talk -- Katharina's friends, faith, and nursing skills -- Illnesses, tribulations, and the death of Kate's "dearest man" -- Clinging to Christ like a burr to a dress.

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Luther, Katharina von Bora, 1499-1552.


Reformation--Germany--Biography.


Biographies.

284.1 Markwald