02276cam a22003133u 4500 26129 UtSlPG 20260610133611.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX CT Dallmann, William, 1862-1952 John Hus: A brief story of the life of a martyr Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-07-25 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "John Hus: A brief story of the life of a martyr" by William Dallmann is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This biography tells the story of John Hus, a significant figure in the early Reformation period, whose teachings and opposition to the Catholic Church led to his execution as a heretic. The book provides a detailed examination of Hus's life, his influences, and the socio-political climate of his time. The narrative follows Hus from his humble beginnings in Bohemia to his rise as a powerful preacher and scholar. It highlights his fervent opposition to the corruption within the Church, his endorsement of the teachings of John Wycliffe, and the consequences of his bold stance against papal authority. Dallmann captures the intensity of Hus’s trials before the Council of Constance, where he steadfastly defended his beliefs despite the overwhelming pressure to recant. Ultimately, Hus is executed by burning, but his legacy is positioned as a precursor to the broader Protestant Reformation, inspiring future reformers like Martin Luther. The author thoroughly illustrates Hus's commitment to his faith and conscience, leaving readers with a sense of admiration for his endurance and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biography Hus, Jan, 1369?-1415 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26129 67130 67130