The Flames of Rome: A Novel - Softcover

Maier, Paul L.

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9780825432972: The Flames of Rome: A Novel

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ISBN 10: 0825432979 ISBN 13: 9780825432972

Publisher: Kregel Publications, 1995

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

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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.

Review:

A spectacular work of history and a sweeping story. (Christian Observer 2004-06-03)

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

Different religious persuasions will enjoy this unique book. The approach is reverent and not debunking. (Los Angeles Times 2004-06-03)

Fact-filled, interesting, and successful. . . splendid research. This book is beautiful. (Christian Century 2004-06-03)

Fascinating. . . brings a new perspective to a story we have known all our lives. (Redbook 2004-06-03)

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

In The Flames of Rome, Paul Maier has accomplished a tremendously challenging project, and he has done so with wonderful clarity and accuracy. (Christian Library Journal 2004-06-03)

The author is at home in the vast literature of his subject. (New York Times Book Review 2004-06-03)

Tremendously worthwhile. . . intensely enlightening and interesting. . . a wonderful book. (Christian Herald 2004-06-03)

Vivid style and keen insights make this book a delight and a genuine educational experience. --(Moody Magazine 2004-06-03)

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