The Road to Damascus

By Hersilia A. Mitchell Keays

Book Overview

The Road to Damascus is a novel written by H.A. Mitchell Keays. The story revolves around a young man named Marcus who is a soldier in the Roman army. He is sent to Damascus to quell a rebellion but he ends up getting caught up in a web of political intrigue and religious conflict. Marcus is a devout Roman who believes in the power of the empire, but he is also curious about the new religion that is taking hold in the region. He meets a woman named Mary who is a follower of the new faith and she introduces him to the teachings of Jesus. Marcus is torn between his loyalty to Rome and his growing fascination with Christianity. As Marcus navigates the complex political landscape of Damascus, he must also confront his own beliefs and values. He begins to question the morality of the Roman empire and the violent methods used to maintain power. The novel is a compelling exploration of faith, politics, and personal transformation. It offers a vivid portrait of life in ancient Rome and the tumultuous events that shaped the early Christian church. The Road to Damascus is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and religious literature.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: 1163633399
• ISBN13: 9781163633397
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"