Routledge - Censorship and Civic Order in Reformation Germany

Explore the connection between the rise of printing and the management of information in early-modern Europe. This scholarly work by Allyson F. Creasman provides a fresh look at how Protestant territories managed the spread of new ideas, theologies, and philosophies during the Reformation period from 1517 to 1648. While much existing research focuses on censorship in Catholic regions, this study fills a gap in historical scholarship by examining how Protestant authorities attempted to control the flow of published content. It examines the impact of the printed word on society and the methods used to regulate what was considered "printed poison" or "evil talk." This book is an essential resource for students and historians interested in the development of media control and the social history of Germany. It offers a detailed reassessment of how the Reformation spread through the lens of information management and civic order.