A History of the Christian Church is a comprehensive book written by Williston Walker in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the development of Christianity from its origins to the early 20th century. It covers the major events, movements, and figures in Christian history, including the rise of the Roman Catholic Church, the Protestant Reformation, and the spread of Christianity throughout the world.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different period of Christian history. Part one covers the period from the birth of Jesus to the end of the fourth century, including the early church, the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, and the Council of Nicaea. Part two covers the Middle Ages, including the rise of the papacy, the Crusades, and the Protestant Reformation. Part three covers the period from the Reformation to the 19th century, including the rise of Protestantism, the Enlightenment, and the missionary movement. Part four covers the 20th century, including the World Wars, the rise of fundamentalism, and the ecumenical movement.Throughout the book, Walker provides a balanced and objective view of Christian history, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of the church's development. He also includes numerous primary sources and quotes from important figures in Christian history, making the book an invaluable resource for students and scholars of religion.Overall, A History of the Christian Church is a comprehensive and authoritative account of the development of Christianity, providing readers with a deep understanding of the religion's history and its impact on the world.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1918 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.