Philip Schaff's monumental work, 'The History of the Christian Church: Vol.1-8', is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the development of Christianity from its inception to the Reformation era. Schaff delves into the theological, social, and political aspects of the church, providing a scholarly and engaging account of key events and personalities. His writing style is both accessible to a wide audience and academically rigorous, making this set of volumes a valuable resource for students and scholars alike. The detailed footnotes and bibliography also demonstrate Schaff's meticulous research and deep knowledge of the subject matter. This work is a cornerstone in the study of church history and remains a seminal text in the field. Schaff's dedication to documenting the evolution of the Christian Church is evident in this comprehensive and insightful series. Anyone interested in understanding the roots and growth of Christianity will find these volumes essential reading.
Excerpt from Lectures on the History of the Jewish Church, Vol. 1 of 3: Abraham to Samuel Moreover, there already exists in English a well-known narrative of the History of the Jews, which has lately reappeared, with the most recent revisions, from the pen of its distinguished author. The venerable Dean of St. Paul's will add to many other kindnesses his forgiveness of this intrusion on a field peculiarly his own - an intrusion which would not have been attempted, but in the belief that it would not interfere with those labours which have made his name dear to all who value the combination of a genuine love of truth and freedom with profound theological learning and high ecclesiastical station. Secondly, although for these reasons abstaining from the attempt to write a consecutive history, I have wished to present the main characters and events of the Sacred Narrative in a form as nearly historical as the facts of the case will admit. The Jewish History has suffered from causes similar to those which still, within our own memory, obscured the history of Greece and of Rome. Till within the present century, the characters and institutions of those two great Countries were so veiled from view in the conventional haze with which the enchantment of distance had invested them, that when the more graphic and critical historians of our time broke through this reserve, a kind of shock was felt through all the educated classes of the country. The same change was in a still higher degree needed with regard to the history of the Jews. Its sacred character had deepened the difficulty already occasioned by its extreme antiquity. That earliest of Christian heresies - Docetism, or 'phantom worship' - the reluctance to recognise in sacred subjects their identity with our own flesh and blood - has at different periods of the Christian Church affected the view entertained of the whole Bible. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
George Rawlinson's 'The Collected Works of George Rawlinson' is an impressive collection of historical writings that delve into various ancient civilizations and events. Rawlinson's literary style is characterized by detailed research, vivid descriptions, and an engaging narrative that brings history to life for the reader. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the ancient world. Rawlinson's works are considered classics in the field of history and have stood the test of time due to their thoroughness and insightful analysis. George Rawlinson, a renowned British historian and scholar, was well-known for his expertise in ancient history and languages. His comprehensive knowledge and passion for the subject matter are evident in his meticulous research and detailed accounts of historical events. Rawlinson's background as a professor and scholar provided him with the foundation to produce authoritative works that have become essential references in the field of history. I highly recommend 'The Collected Works of George Rawlinson' to anyone interested in delving into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations. Rawlinson's writings offer a wealth of information and insights that will enrich the reader's understanding of history and provide a captivating journey through the past.
Vols. for 1871-76, 1913-14 include an extra number, The Christmas bookseller, separately paged and not included in the consecutive numbering of the regular series.
