A History of Christianity : The First Three Thousand Years by Diarmaid MacCulloch 9780141021898

A History of Christianity : The First Three Thousand Years

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In this monumental work, Diarmaid MacCulloch unravels the intricate tapestry of Christianity's global...
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In this monumental work, Diarmaid MacCulloch unravels the intricate tapestry of Christianity's global journey, from its humble beginnings in ancient Palestine to its far-reaching influence in modern-day China. With the precision of a detective and the eloquence of a storyteller, MacCulloch investigates how a small cult centred around an enigmatic figure blossomed into the world's most widespread faith, captivating a third of humanity.

This comprehensive tome, unrivalled in its scope and currency, delves into the pivotal events, revolutionary ideas, and influential personalities that have shaped Christian history. It meticulously examines the faith's organisational structures and spiritual essence, whilst illuminating its profound impact on politics, sexuality, and societal norms.

MacCulloch's narrative prowess brings to life the tumultuous saga of Christianity, encompassing bloody conflicts, vast empires, zealous reformers, devoted apostles, divergent sects, and impassioned crusaders. With unflinching honesty, he exposes how this faith has driven humanity to commit unspeakable atrocities, yet also inspired its most transcendent achievements.

Lauded by critics and scholars alike, this tour de force has garnered widespread acclaim. Simon Sebag Montefiore hails it as "a stunning tour de force", while Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, declares it "a landmark in its field, astonishing in its range, compulsively readable, full of insight". The Financial Times pronounces it "a prodigious, thrilling, masterclass of a history book", and Melvyn Bragg deems it "essential reading for those enthralled by Christianity and for those enraged by it".

Diarmaid MacCulloch, Professor of the History of the Church at Oxford University, brings his formidable expertise to bear in this magnum opus. His previous works, including the award-winning "Thomas Cranmer" and "Reformation: Europe's House Divided 1490 - 1700", have established him as a preeminent voice in religious history.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780141021898
Book Author: Diarmaid MacCulloch
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions: 129 x 200 x 56 cm
Book Publication Date: 2010-09-02
Book Pagination: 1216 pages
Book Weight: 874g

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