A Select Library of Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Second Series - Couverture souple

Philip Schaff

 
9781330911808: A Select Library of Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Second Series

Synopsis

Insight into early Christian history, with a trusted scholarly guide. This volume presents a careful translation of Eusebius’s Church History, guided by Prolegomena that explain the author’s aims, methods, and sources. It offers a thorough introduction to the life and writings of Eusebius of Caesarea, including how his work shaped early church history and how modern editors approach its text and notes. The edition emphasizes accuracy, accessible notes, and context to help readers understand early Christian authors and events without requiring prior specialist knowledge.

The Prolegomena explain the birth, training, and career of Eusebius, the start of the Arian controversy, and the Council of Nicaea, alongside discussions of how his history is composed, its strengths, and its limits. The notes provide supplementary information on people, places, and events mentioned in the text, with attention to manuscript history and historical debate. The volume also shows how this edition sources, translates, and annotates the material to aid students, scholars, and general readers.

What you’ll experience


  • A clear overview of Eusebius’s life, writings, and historical context.

  • Guidance on how the text was translated and how notes support study.

  • A structured, accessible introduction to the first three centuries of the Christian Church.

  • An emphasis on careful scholarship and reliable sourcing for readers new to patristic studies.



Ideal for readers of early church history, biblical scholars, students, and anyone seeking reliable context for Eusebius’s work and its influence on Christian historiography.

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