Description

A Plain History of the Christian Church, written by Ashton Oxenden and first published in 1864, is a comprehensive account of the history of Christianity from its origins in the early years of the Roman Empire to the mid-19th century. The book covers the major events, figures, and movements that have shaped the development of the Christian faith over the centuries, including the rise of the Catholic Church, the Protestant Reformation, and the spread of Christianity throughout the world.Oxenden's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of familiarity with the subject matter. He provides detailed descriptions of the various theological debates and controversies that have arisen within the church over the years, as well as the political and social factors that have influenced its growth and decline.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific period in the history of the church. These sections include the Early Church, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the Age of Reason, and the Modern Era. Within each section, Oxenden provides a chronological account of the major events and figures of the time, as well as an analysis of the key theological and philosophical ideas that were prevalent during that period.Overall, A Plain History of the Christian Church is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, providing a thorough and engaging account of the faith's evolution over the centuries.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.