Short History of the Christian Church

Short History of the Christian Church
A Short History of the Christian Church by John Fletcher Hurst is a comprehensive overview of the Christian Church's evolution from its inception to the late 19th century. Written between 1884 and 1890, it consists of five volumes that cover key periods: The Early Church (A.D. 30-750), The Medieval Church (A.D. 750-1517), The Reformation (A.D. 1517-1545), The Modern Church in Europe (A.D. 1558-1892), and The Church in the United States (A.D. 1492-1892). Hurst, an American bishop in the Methodist Episcopal Church, created this work as educational textbooks for the Chautauqua movement, making it a notable resource for understanding the historical development of Christianity.



