A Compendious Ecclesiastical History From The Earliest Period To The Present Time

By William Palmer, William Rollinson Whittingham, William Patrick Palmer

Book Overview

A Compendious Ecclesiastical History From The Earliest Period To The Present Time is a comprehensive book written by William Palmer that covers the history of the Christian Church from its inception to modern times. The book is divided into sections that cover different periods of history, starting with the early Church and continuing through the Middle Ages, the Reformation, and the modern era.Palmer's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of familiarity with Church history. He provides detailed accounts of key events, figures, and movements that have shaped the Church over the centuries, including the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, the schism between Eastern and Western Christianity, the Crusades, the Protestant Reformation, and the Catholic Counter-Reformation.Throughout the book, Palmer emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context in which these events occurred, and he provides insightful commentary on the ways in which the Church has adapted and evolved over time. He also explores the role of the Church in shaping broader social, political, and cultural trends, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history of Christianity and its impact on the world.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: 1432670204
• ISBN13: 9781432670207
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"