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Discover the riveting audio experience of 'The Darkening Age' - an unabridged audiobook on MP3 that delves into the intriguing yet somber history of early Christianity's rise to power. This authoritative narration by Catherine Nixey unveils the largely hidden narrative of how a militant religion aggressively suppressed the rich teachings of the Classical world. Journey through centuries of religious conflict where the early Christians, often depicted as meek and mild, reveal a far more complex and ruthless reality. With the backdrop of a polytheistic society, hear how this singular belief system declared all others as false and sought to annihilate them. The unyielding fervor of early Christians led to the destruction of temples, the dismantling of ancient statues, and the persecution of those who dared to disagree. This unabridged audiobook, published by Bolinda/Macmillan audio in 2018, is not just an engaging listen; it's a crucial piece of historical storytelling that challenges conventional narratives. Enjoy the convenience of MP3 format, with free shipping from our Auckland warehouse, ensuring no unexpected import charges or duties—allow 15 days for delivery. Immerse yourself in this compelling exploration that is essential for history enthusiasts and anyone intrigued by the dynamics of faith and power.
NOTE: Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON MP3. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509899821
Format: MP3 format
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bolinda/Macmillan audio
Description:
The Darkening Age is the largely unknown story of how a militant religion deliberately attacked and suppressed the teachings of the Classical world, ushering in centuries of unquestioning adherence to 'one true faith'.
Despite the long-held notion that the early Christians were meek and mild, going to their martyr's deaths singing hymns of love and praise, the truth, as Catherine Nixey reveals, is very different. Far from being meek and mild, they were violent, ruthless and fundamentally intolerant. Unlike the polytheistic world, in which the addition of one new religion made no fundamental difference to the old ones, this new ideology stated not only that it was the way, the truth and the light but that, by extension, every single other way was wrong and had to be destroyed. From the first century to the sixth, those who didn't fall into step with its beliefs were pursued in every possible way: social, legal, financial and physical. Their altars were upturned and their temples demolished, their statues hacked to pieces and their priests killed. It was an annihilation.
Authoritative, vividly written and utterly compelling, this is a remarkable debut from a brilliant young historian.
NOTE: Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON MP3. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509899821
Format: MP3 format
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bolinda/Macmillan audio
Description:
The Darkening Age is the largely unknown story of how a militant religion deliberately attacked and suppressed the teachings of the Classical world, ushering in centuries of unquestioning adherence to 'one true faith'.
Despite the long-held notion that the early Christians were meek and mild, going to their martyr's deaths singing hymns of love and praise, the truth, as Catherine Nixey reveals, is very different. Far from being meek and mild, they were violent, ruthless and fundamentally intolerant. Unlike the polytheistic world, in which the addition of one new religion made no fundamental difference to the old ones, this new ideology stated not only that it was the way, the truth and the light but that, by extension, every single other way was wrong and had to be destroyed. From the first century to the sixth, those who didn't fall into step with its beliefs were pursued in every possible way: social, legal, financial and physical. Their altars were upturned and their temples demolished, their statues hacked to pieces and their priests killed. It was an annihilation.
Authoritative, vividly written and utterly compelling, this is a remarkable debut from a brilliant young historian.