The History and Literature of Christianity From Tertullian to Boethius

The History and Literature of Christianity From Tertullian to Boethius is a comprehensive book written by Pierre de Labriolle that delves into the origins and evolution of Christianity during the period spanning from the 2nd to the 6th century. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an overview of the historical context and the second of which focuses on the literary works that emerged during this time.The first part of the book covers the emergence of Christianity in the Roman Empire and its subsequent spread throughout the Mediterranean world. It explores the key figures and events that shaped the early Christian Church, including the rise of Gnosticism and the development of Christian theology. The book also examines the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced the growth and evolution of Christianity during this period.The second part of the book delves into the literary works that emerged during this time, including the writings of Tertullian, Origen, Augustine, and Boethius. It analyzes the themes and ideas present in these works, highlighting their significance in shaping Christian thought and doctrine. The book also explores the various genres of literature that emerged during this period, including apologetics, hagiography, and homiletics.Overall, The History and Literature of Christianity From Tertullian to Boethius provides a comprehensive overview of the early Christian Church and its literary output during a crucial period of its development. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and its enduring influence on Western culture.1924. The volume is divided into five books which contain notices of the chief Christian writers from the beginning till what is known as the Middle Ages, that it, from the great Tertullian at the end of the 1st century of the Christian era to St. Isidore of Seville at the close of the 6th. The books are divided into chapters, prefaced by bibliographical notices and enriched by notes of anything which could serve to inform the reader on the subject matter treated of. The lives of the various writers are brief, but are complete, and contain the important historical settings which gave occasion to the writing of the various pieces. Partial Contents: Latin Christian literature and the old learning; Sources of Origin; Third Century down to the peace of the Church AD 313; Golden age of Latin Christian literature; Break up of the empire; On the Threshold of the Middle Ages.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.