The History of Christianity Consisting of the Life and Teachings of Jesus of Nazareth; the Adventures of Paul and the Apostles; and the Most Interesting Events in the Progress of Christianity, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time.

"The History of Christianity" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical narrative that chronicles the life and lessons of Jesus of Nazareth, along with the journeys of Paul and other apostles, and important moments in the progression of Christianity from its beginnings to the present. The story begins by painting a clear picture of the Roman Empire's environment during Jesus's birth, highlighting important events like the Annunciation and the journey of the Magi and stresses how the political atmosphere affected the early formation of the religious movement. Abbott emphasizes Jesus's modest background as central to understanding not only his life but also the core beliefs of Christianity that would eventually reshape society.