Saint Peter (1909)

By Richard Arnold Greene

Book Overview

Saint Peter is a historical novel by Richard Arnold Greene, first published in 1909. The book is set in Rome during the reign of the Roman Emperor Nero and follows the life of Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The story begins with Peter's arrival in Rome and his eventual imprisonment and execution by Nero. The novel also explores Peter's relationship with the other apostles, his struggles with his faith, and his interactions with various historical figures, including Nero and the Roman historian Tacitus.Throughout the book, Greene provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in ancient Rome, including the political and social climate, religious practices, and the persecution of Christians. The novel also delves into the theological debates of the time and explores the early development of the Christian church.Overall, Saint Peter is a compelling and insightful historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of one of the most important figures in Christian history.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: 1166147592
• ISBN13: 9781166147594
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"