History of Rome and the Popes in the Middle Ages, Volume 1

Written by Hartmann Grisar, 'History of Rome and the Popes in the Middle Ages, Volume 1' explores the interplay between the medieval Popes and the city of Rome, providing a comprehensive backdrop of Roman civilization. This volume covers the state of the Roman Empire at the end of the fourth century, the conflict between Paganism and Christianity around AD 394, the emergence of the Primacy of Peter, and the church's battle against Arianism. Grisar's work is notable for its detailed historical analysis and integration of religious and civic narratives.