The Early Church

A fascinating historical look at the founding of the early Christian Church, from the mid 1st century to the early 5th century. Hodges beautifully captures the undying fervor of the early Church Fathers and martyrs, beset on all sides by enemies, whether vicious Roman Emperors or intolerant mobs of citizens, and how they were able to persevere and ultimately triumph to claim the very heart of Roman power: the Emperor. 


Illustrated throughout to enhance the reading experience. 


Contents include: 


The Roman World 

The Struggle for Life 

The Defence of the Faith 

The Organization of Religion 

The Arian Debate 

Monasticism in the East: Basil and Gregory 

Ambrose 

Chrysostom 

Monasticism in the West: Martin, Cassian and Jerome 

Augustine