Publisher's Synopsis
The State of the Roman World at the Birth of Christ is a historical book written by George P. Fisher. It provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and religious landscape of the Roman Empire during the time of Christ's birth. The author explores the various factors that contributed to the Roman Empire's dominance of the Mediterranean world, including its military power, economic system, and political organization. He also examines the role of religion in Roman society, including the cults and beliefs that were prevalent at the time. The book offers insights into the cultural and intellectual milieu of the period and sheds light on the political and social tensions that existed within the Empire. With its meticulous research and engaging writing style, The State of the Roman World at the Birth of Christ is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire or the origins of Christianity.1895. Being the first seven chapters of the work entitled �������The Beginnings of Christianity������� written by Professor Fisher. In the preface, he states this work is an attempt to describe the ancient Roman world, including both heathen and Jewish society, into which Christianity entered, and in which it first established itself. These chapters, standing alone, constitute a historical introduction to the study of the Apostolic Age.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.