Rome V1: As It Was Under Paganism, And As It Became Under The Popes (1843)

By John Miley

Book Overview

Rome V1: As It Was Under Paganism, And As It Became Under The Popes (1843) is a historical book written by John Miley. The book is a detailed account of the city of Rome, focusing on its transformation from a pagan city to a Christian city under the rule of the Popes. The book is divided into two parts, the first part describing Rome during the time of paganism, and the second part describing the city after the Christianization under the Popes. The first part of the book provides a comprehensive overview of pagan Rome, its history, culture, and religion. Miley describes the city's architecture, its social and political structures, and the religious practices of the people. He also discusses the influence of Greek and Roman mythology on the city's culture and the role of the Roman Empire in shaping the city.The second part of the book focuses on the Christianization of Rome under the Popes. Miley describes the rise of Christianity in Rome, the role of the Popes in the city's transformation, and the impact of Christianity on the city's culture, architecture, and society. He also discusses the conflicts between the Church and the secular powers in Rome, including the Investiture Controversy and the conflicts between the Papacy and the Holy Roman Empire. Overall, Rome V1: As It Was Under Paganism, And As It Became Under The Popes (1843) is a fascinating historical account of the city of Rome and its transformation from a pagan city to a Christian city under the rule of the Popes. The book provides a wealth of information on the city's history, culture, and religion and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Rome and the Catholic Church.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: 1164928708
• ISBN13: 9781164928706
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"