Martyrs And Saints Of The First Twelve Centuries

By Elizabeth Charles

Book Overview

Martyrs And Saints Of The First Twelve Centuries is a comprehensive historical account of the lives and deaths of notable Christian martyrs and saints from the early centuries of Christianity. Written by Elizabeth Rundle Charles, the book covers the period from the first century to the twelfth century, and includes the stories of some of the most famous figures in Christian history, such as St. Stephen, St. Peter, St. Paul, St. Lawrence, St. Agnes, and St. Augustine.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or theme in Christian history. The first chapter covers the period of the apostles and their immediate successors, while subsequent chapters cover the rise of the Christian church, the persecutions of the Roman Empire, and the spread of Christianity throughout Europe and beyond.Throughout the book, Charles provides detailed accounts of the lives and deaths of the martyrs and saints, drawing on a wide range of historical sources and primary documents. She also provides historical context for each figure, exploring the political and social conditions of the time and the impact of their lives and deaths on the development of Christianity.Overall, Martyrs And Saints Of The First Twelve Centuries is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the early history of Christianity. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Christian church, and the lives and legacies of its most important figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425484018
• ISBN13: 9781425484019
• Release Date: March 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"