History & Biography

A study of the early church written from a religious and theological studies perspective. It builds on research in ancient history, archaeology, classical and oriental and cognate studies and also takes account of developments in reception studies,...

During four years in session, Vatican Council II held television audiences rapt with its magnificently choreographed public ceremonies, while its debates generated news on a near-weekly basis. This book provides an account of the council from the...

The fascinating story of the women who have lived in religious communities, from the dawn of the modern age onwards.