The Eighteen Christian Centuries

This sweeping survey traces the rise and transformation of Christianity across eighteen centuries, from the early Roman Empire to the modern world. Organized century by century, the author pairs political upheavals with the growth of the Church, offering concise portraits of emperors, popes, reformers and ordinary believers. Richly indexed and peppered with lists of notable figures, the work invites listeners to see how seemingly small events blossomed into pivotal moments.

The narrative balances scholarly detail with an accessible style, avoiding dense jargon while still providing dates and key developments. Listeners will travel from the persecution of the first Christians under the early emperors, through the medieval schisms, the Reformation, and the age of exploration, gaining a clear picture of how faith shaped societies and vice‑versa. Ideal for anyone who enjoys a clear, chronological overview of Western history through the lens of its dominant religion.