Publisher's Synopsis
A Textbook of Church History Volume 1: A.D. 1-726, written by John C. L. Gieseler and published in 1855, is a comprehensive study of the history of the Christian church from its origins up until the mid-8th century. The book is divided into four parts, covering the history of the church from the time of Christ to the end of the 2nd century, the 3rd and 4th centuries, the 5th and 6th centuries, and finally, the 7th and 8th centuries.Throughout the book, Gieseler provides a detailed account of the major events, figures, and movements that shaped the development of Christianity during this time period. He covers topics such as the rise of the early church, the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, the Council of Nicaea, the emergence of monasticism, and the rise of Islam.Gieseler's approach to church history is both scholarly and accessible, making this book an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity. The book also includes numerous maps, illustrations, and charts to help readers better understand the historical context of the events and movements discussed in the text. Overall, A Textbook of Church History Volume 1: A.D. 1-726 is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the history of the Christian 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.
