DOC Zondervan Handbook to the History of Christianity by Jonathan Hill in History

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Do not miss out on this book.By Alexander R. McMullenBravo! This exhaustive history of Christianity moves lively. Dr. Hill must have synthesized hundreds of thousands of pages from original sources and important material in countless other books to produce such an exhaustive treatise. Is it "the last word" in the history of Christianity? No; but can there be such a writing that could complete two thousand years that covers every continent? This work comes close. My only complaint is that important explanations of various sects of Christianity seem to have been edited out of the final edition; the sections probably were removed to lessen the size of the book. No matter. If you wish to understand the ebb and flow of Christianity across nations and continents and get an insight as to how the changes were effected by other religions; this was the best to start for my money. As an aside; Dr. Hill was only in his thirties when he wrote this treatise! I marvel and say; "Hey; McMullen; what have you done with your life?"1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The perfect historical outline!By Joseph M ClayThis book is everything one could hope for in a history review. Well organized and just the right amount of details on the who; what; where; and whens. The information is presented clearly and in an engaging style. It's a great resource to get a general overview of Christian history and see where your interest might lean so you can do further study. Can't recommend it enough!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The most accurate and engaging Christian history book; particularly ...By CCM GuitaristThe most accurate and engaging Christian history book; particularly when you have to teach non-academic folks. This is my go to since back in my undergraduate days before seminary.