An Introduction to the History of Christianity

This book is a response to the experience of teaching in a variety of different settings from undergraduates to parish groups. Dealing with the interaction between Chrstianity and the secular world it explores how they have shaped and been shaped by each other. Focusing on specific themes - Belief Practice Organisation and Propagation - and chronological periods pivotal in the development of Christianity the book is ideal either a general introduction to Christian history or as a starting point for further investigation of one or more periods. An Introduction to the History of Christianity includes maps timelines quotations from primary source material a glossary and a further reading section.