The Flames of Rome: A Documentary Novel - Softcover

Maier, Paul L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0842309039 ISBN 13: 9780842309035

Publisher: Tyndale House Pub, 1987

Synopsis

The splendor and pagan excesses of Roman society are confronted by the life-changing faith of Christianity in this historically accurate fiction work.

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Review

In The Flames of Rome, Paul Maier has accomplished a tremendously challenging project, and he has done so with wonderful clarity and accuracy.

A spectacular work of history and a sweeping story.

The author is at home in the vast literature of his subject.

Fascinating. . . brings a new perspective to a story we have known all our lives.

Fact-filled, interesting, and successful. . . splendid research. This book is beautiful.

Tremendously worthwhile. . . intensely enlightening and interesting. . . a wonderful book.

Vivid style and keen insights make this book a delight and a genuine educational experience.

Different religious persuasions will enjoy this unique book. The approach is reverent and not debunking.

A splendid work. . . objective, interesting, and thought provoking.--Norman Vincent Peale (06/03/2004)

For the supremely pivotal event of the Resurrection, Paul Maier's book lends fresh and scholarly support.--Billy Graham (06/03/2004)

About the Author

Paul L. Maier is the former Russell H. Seibert Professor of Ancient History (retired) at Western Michigan University and an award-winning author whose expertise in first-century studies and extensive travels in the Middle East and Asia Minor provide historical authenticity and compelling drama to his writing. His other writings include the ECPA Gold Medallion Award-winning volume Josephus: The Essential Writings, as well as The Flames of Rome, and the best-selling novel, A Skeleton in God's Closet.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tyndale House Pub
• Publication date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0842309039
• ISBN 13: 9780842309035
• Binding: Paperback