Resisting Pluralization and Globalization in German Culture, 14901540

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The book critically analyzes German texts from 1490 to 1540, highlighting a populist reaction against social and political changes, as well as the expansion of global trade. It explores themes of political order, emphasizing a defense of the common good in response to perceived threats. The work also delves into the intellectual shifts caused by spatial discoveries and new representation methods. Additionally, it addresses the rise of nationalism amid global trade practices and foreign influences, arguing that these texts sought to restore a stable imperial order amidst cultural decline.