Large Print - The History of the Church, Volume 1 of 2 - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket: From Christ to Constantine

With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original.

• 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort.
• Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain.
• Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering.
• Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring.

Volume One of Two

Step into the turbulent world of early Christianity as it rises within the vast and powerful Roman Empire-a period defined by courage, conviction, and profound transformation. The History of the Church brings to life the apostles, martyrs, bishops, and everyday believers who carried the faith forward despite persecution, political resistance, and internal debate. Through vivid accounts of pivotal figures, theological disputes, miraculous events, and the shaping of early doctrine, this narrative reveals how a small, persecuted movement grew into a force that would forever change the Western world. With its sweeping scope and immersive storytelling, it captures both the human struggle and the spiritual resilience that carried the faith through its earliest centuries.

Eusebius's The History of the Church stands as the foundational work of Christian historiography. Written during a time of dramatic cultural and religious upheaval, it preserves essential records of martyrdoms, councils, and doctrinal development. Its insights illuminate the complex relationship between faith and empire, offering a rare window into Christianity's evolution from marginal sect to cultural cornerstone. The work remains indispensable for understanding the origins of Christian tradition and the forces that shaped Western civilization.