This sweeping account of the history of the Christian church provides a detailed chronicle of the key figures and events that have shaped this venerable institution. From the earliest days of the apostolic period to the challenges of the Reformation, James Craigie Robertson's comprehensive survey offers a nuanced understanding of this complex and ever-evolving religious tradition.

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