Eusebius's groundbreaking History of the Church, remains the single
most important source for the history of the first three centuries of
Christianity and stands among the classics of Western literature. His
iconic story of the church's origins, endurance of persecution, and
ultimate triumph--with its cast of martyrs, heretics, bishops, and
emperors--has profoundly shaped the understanding of Christianity's past
and provided a model for all later ecclesiastical histories. This new
translation, which includes detailed essays and notes, comes from one of
the leading scholars of Eusebius's work and offers rich context for the
linguistic, cultural, social, and political background of this seminal
text. Accessible for new readers and thought-provoking for specialists,
this is the essential text for anyone interested in the history of
Christianity.