Dan’s research and book list:
‘The Radical Reformation (3rd ed)
The Pursuit of the Millennium: Revolutionary Millenarians and Mystical Anarchists of the Middle Ages, Revised and Expanded Edition
The Tailor King: The Rise and Fall of the Anabaptist Kingdom of Munster
$39.25 (as of October 12, 2024 20:18 GMT -04:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)Narrative of the Anabaptist Madness: The Overthrow of Münster, the Famous Metropolis of Westphalia (Set 2 Volumes) (Studies in the History of Christian Traditions)
$373.33 (as of October 12, 2024 20:19 GMT -04:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)The Reformation (The Story of Civilization, Part VI)
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Resources not sold on Amazon:
1. “For the Honor of God and to Fulfill His Will: The Role of Polygamy in Anabaptist Munster” by Darren T. Williamson
2. “British man recalls how his sister became a follower of cult leader David Koresh” byTim Madigan for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 18, 2013.
Mark –
Outstanding. I have studied the events leading to the reformation and had heard the term Anabaptist, but had never heard of this event before this podcast. As much as I cringed hearing the accounts I’m better off knowing what happened in both my secular and religious life.
Ryan –
Amazing story, who knew that things could get so out of control!?!
Doug Belshaw –
Right at the end of this show, Dan explains how dissatisfied he is with – and, indeed, how he re-recorded the entire 4+ hours. I haven’t listened to all of the episodes of Hardcore History yet, but I have to say this is my favourite so far.
Why? Dan’s questioning, his build-up to the big events, and his analogies are fantastic. More of this please!
Jakob –
Dan Carlin’s ability to relate historical facts interwoven with the finest traits of suspenseful storytelling truly is one of a kind.
Events that have transpired centuries ago come to life in his retellings and so do the historical figures, their ambitions and emotions. Carlin tells his historical stories in such a compelling way that one might be obliged to forget that they are just that: retellings of actual events – or of what is recorded of such events.
This episode in particular creates such a lifelike retelling of the city of Münster and its situation at the time, that one quickly becomes entrapped in it. Carlin describes character so vividly and circumstances so thoroughly that stories come alive in his retellings. I cannot recommend this episode – or any of the “Hardcore History” episodes – enough to anyone who likes history, drama, or great storytelling in general.
Bret Batterman –
While every HH story is EPIC and AWESOME, this is hands down my favorite HH episode, bar none. Dan himself seems to be delighted to tell this story, and I feel the same way listening. One need only google “Munster cages” to stir your curiosity about this story. Once you press play, buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride! (in the best way) Favorite line: “…and proceed to cut him up; literally.” AH, goosebumps! Well done Dan!