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Title: Valeria, the Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Early Christian Life in Rome

Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Rose Mawhorter (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet
Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Valeria, the Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Early Christian Life in Rome" by W.H. Withrow is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the early Christian experience during the brutal period of persecution in Rome under Emperor Diocletian. The main character, Valeria, is intricately woven into the tapestry of events surrounding the catacombs, highlighting both the courage of early Christians and the complex interactions between characters of varying beliefs and backgrounds. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the vibrant yet dangerous world of early 4th-century Rome, where two key figures, Centurion Flaccus Sertorius and his Greek secretary Isidorus, engage in a conversation about the recent persecution of Christians. As they ride along the Appian Way, their dialogue unravels societal attitudes towards Christianity, with growing tensions hinting at the violence to come. This sets a grim yet compelling backdrop as they discuss the implications of a new imperial edict against the Christian faith, introducing themes of faith, betrayal, and the struggle for survival in a tumultuous era. The narrative promises a rich exploration of character and history, as Valeria's journey unfolds against the heart of Rome's catacombs, a sanctuary for those seeking to preserve their beliefs in a hostile world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Withrow, W. H. (William Henry), 1839-1908

EBook No.: 33484

Published: Aug 22, 2010

Downloads: 91

Language: English

Subject: Martyrs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction

Subject: Christian life -- History -- Early church, ca. 30-600

Subject: Catacombs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction

Subject: Rome (Italy) -- Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Valeria, the Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Early Christian Life in Rome

Note: Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Rose Mawhorter (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet
Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Valeria, the Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Early Christian Life in Rome" by W.H. Withrow is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the early Christian experience during the brutal period of persecution in Rome under Emperor Diocletian. The main character, Valeria, is intricately woven into the tapestry of events surrounding the catacombs, highlighting both the courage of early Christians and the complex interactions between characters of varying beliefs and backgrounds. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the vibrant yet dangerous world of early 4th-century Rome, where two key figures, Centurion Flaccus Sertorius and his Greek secretary Isidorus, engage in a conversation about the recent persecution of Christians. As they ride along the Appian Way, their dialogue unravels societal attitudes towards Christianity, with growing tensions hinting at the violence to come. This sets a grim yet compelling backdrop as they discuss the implications of a new imperial edict against the Christian faith, introducing themes of faith, betrayal, and the struggle for survival in a tumultuous era. The narrative promises a rich exploration of character and history, as Valeria's journey unfolds against the heart of Rome's catacombs, a sanctuary for those seeking to preserve their beliefs in a hostile world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Withrow, W. H. (William Henry), 1839-1908

EBook No.: 33484

Published: Aug 22, 2010

Downloads: 91

Language: English

Subject: Martyrs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction

Subject: Christian life -- History -- Early church, ca. 30-600

Subject: Catacombs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction

Subject: Rome (Italy) -- Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.