Publisher's Synopsis
Constantine the Great and the Christian Revolution is a historical book written by G.P. Baker that provides an in-depth analysis of the life and reign of Constantine the Great, the first Christian emperor of Rome. The book explores how Constantine's conversion to Christianity in the early 4th century led to a significant shift in the religious landscape of the Roman Empire and ultimately paved the way for the establishment of Christianity as the dominant religion in Europe. Baker delves into the political and social context of Constantine's reign, examining the religious tensions that existed between pagans and Christians and the role that Constantine played in resolving these conflicts. The book also explores the impact of Constantine's conversion on the development of Christian theology and doctrine, as well as on the art, architecture, and literature of the period. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including historical texts, letters, and inscriptions, Baker provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most significant periods in European history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Roman Empire, or the development of Western civilization.1930. This book is a description of the Christian revolution, of its causes and some, at any rate, of its results. Not all revolutions are equally successful. But the Caesarian and Constantinian had results which affected the whole of western civilization from that day to this. Christianity did not make the world safe for merely itself by singing hymns and distributing tracts to the heathen. By making himself the champion of the church, he won an empire for himself and his sons, and immortal fame for his name. Contents: first death; Diocletian; Constantius, Constantine and the beast; start from York; second career; conquest of Italy; Illyrian campaign; new empire; conquest of the east; Rome and Constantinople; problems of the north and south; testament of Constantine; second death.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.
