Christianity A Global History
Christianity A Global History by David Chidester, published by Penguin Adult on April 5, 2001, offers a comprehensive examination of Christianity from its origins as a persecuted sect to its current global diversity. This 1st Edition Thus spans 688 pages and is presented in English, providing readers with a detailed narrative that captures the evolution of the Christian Church throughout history.
In this work, readers will find an exploration of the significant developments and transformations within Christianity, emphasizing its historical context and the various cultural influences that have shaped it. The book addresses key themes in religion and history, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the complexities of Christian thought and practice over time.
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A monumental new history of Christianity from its beginnings as a persecuted cult, up to its present day international diversity. ‘A model of condensation without simplification’ – J.M Coetzee ‘Clear and balanced. A triumph of compression… invaluable as a work of reference for students’ – Karen Armstrong, Times ‘A new and ambitious concept in presenting Christian history…a triumph. Never before, I suspect, has this cavalcade of thinkers been presented in a manner which so successfully combines depth, breadth, and succinctness’ – Gerard Noel, Catholic Herald
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