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The Barbarian Conversion: From Paganism to Christianity,New
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The conversion of the pagan world that began in the obscurity of the Dark Ages was in no way inevitable. England did not embrace Christianity until 627, and while confessing communities existed from Greenland to China by the millennium, the last European conversion occurred late in the Middle Ages, in 1386. How did it all happenand why? In a work of splid scholarship that often reads like a detective story and that owes as much to keen intuition as to the mastery of difficult sources, Richard Fletcher lays out the story of the Christianization of Europe. It is a very large story, for conversion was not merely a matter of religious belief. Christianity brought with it enormous cultural baggage. With it came Latin literacybooks; Roman notions of law, property, and governmenteven the concept of town life, and Mediterranean customs, including new tastes in food, drink, and dress. Whether from faith or by force, conversion had an immense impact that is with us even today, and it is Richard Fletcher's achievement to make that impact felt and understood.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Barbarian Conversion: From Paganism to Christianity'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the historical process of converting pagan societies in Europe to Christianity, exploring the cultural, social, and political implications of this transformation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Barbarian Conversion: From Paganism to Christianity' is Richard Fletcher, a noted historian.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on March 15, 1998.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 576 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Christianity.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in this book? A: There is no specific material mentioned for this book.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book offer regarding the conversion process? A: The book provides insights into the complexities of the conversion process, including the cultural baggage that Christianity brought with it and its lasting impact on European society.
- Q: Can this book be used as a scholarly resource? A: Yes, 'The Barbarian Conversion' is considered a scholarly work and is suitable for those interested in the historical study of Christianity and its influence on European culture.