Pagans and Christians
In the Mediterranean World from the Second Century AD to the Conversion of Constantine
(Author) Robin Lane FoxHow did Christianity compare and compete with the cults of the pagan gods in the Roman Empire? This scholarly work from award-winning historian, Robin Lane Fox, places Christians and pagans side by side in the context of civil life and contrasts their religious experiences, visions, cults and oracles. Leading up to the time of the first Christian emperor, Constantine, the book aims to enlarge and confirm the value of contemporary evidence, some of which has only recently been discovered.
Robin Lane Fox
Robin Lane Fox is a British historian and classicist known for his scholarly work on ancient Greek history and culture. He is best known for his books "The Classical World: An Epic History from Homer to Hadrian" and "Pagans and Christians." Lane Fox is celebrated for his engaging and accessible writing style, which brings to life the ancient world for modern readers. His meticulous research and deep knowledge of the subject have made him a leading authority in the field of classical studies. Lane Fox's contributions to literature have helped to shape our understanding of ancient civilizations and continue to inspire new generations of scholars and readers.
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