The Cambridge History of Christianity Hugh McLeod is an English-language study book that offers a comprehensive history of Christianity. This reference work is suitable for students and professionals seeking insight into the development of Christianity in modern times.
This edition provides an overview of the twentieth century, a period in which Christianity became a world religion. It covers the rise and changes within Catholic, Protestant, and independent churches worldwide, with special attention to major institutions such as the papacy, the ecumenical movement, and Pentecostal movements.
The book also includes regional histories and themes such as liturgy, relations with Jews and Muslims, science, art, gender, and sexuality. It emphasizes the broad social and cultural impact of Christianity and shows developments in the context of war and political crises.
The title belongs to the Cambridge History series and offers a reliable and coherent view of the history of Christianity across the world.
Series: Cambridge History of Christianity – Volume 9