Eusebius

Paul L. Maier's edition of Eusebius's Church History (also known as Ecclesiastical History) is a modern, readable English translation with helpful commentary. Published by Kregel Publications (1999/2007), it features: - Maier's clear, updated translation of the full 10-book work (based on the standard Greek text), which makes Eusebius's sometimes complex prose more accessible for contemporary readers while remaining faithful to the original. - Historical commentary by Maier following each book. - Numerous maps, illustrations, photographs (especially in hardcover), and helpful indexes. Often called the "Father of Church History," Eusebius (c. 260–339) wrote the first comprehensive history of Christianity from the time of Christ to Constantine. Maier's edition is widely praised as a user-friendly primary source for early Christianity, apostles, martyrs, heresies, and the church's development in its first three centuries.