The Early Persecutions of the Christians (1913)

The Early Persecutions of the Christians is a historical book written by Leon Hardy Canfield and first published in 1913. The book explores the early years of Christianity and the various persecutions that Christians faced during that time. Canfield delves into the political and social climate of the Roman Empire during the first few centuries AD, and how this affected the treatment of Christians. He also examines the beliefs and practices of early Christians, as well as the ways in which they were perceived by non-Christians. The book provides a detailed account of the various forms of persecution that Christians endured, including imprisonment, torture, and execution. Canfield also discusses the role of famous figures such as Nero, Trajan, and Diocletian in the persecution of Christians. Overall, The Early Persecutions of the Christians provides a comprehensive and informative look at a pivotal period in Christian history.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.