Description: Originally presented as the author's thesis (doctoral)--Heinrich-Heine-Universiteat, Deusseldorf, 2011.
Review Quotes: «The study of Veronika Laufen is impressive, offering much valuable and reliable information. Consulted were publications and archives of the Union as well as a number of episcopal and town archives. The interpretation of documents is accurate and clearly arranged. A balanced narrative is presented offering a clear-cut overview of structural features and chronological developments.» (Winfried Becker, The Catholic Historical Review 99, 2013/2)