The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 05, March, 1858: A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics

The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 01, No. 05, published in March 1858, is a periodical that features various articles on literature, art, and politics from the mid-19th century. This volume includes a detailed exploration of the Christian catacombs in Rome, discussing their historical significance and the archaeological efforts to understand early Christian burial practices. It highlights the research of scholars like Padre Marchi and Cavaliere de Rossi, contrasting historical narratives with church myths and emphasizing the catacombs' importance in reflecting the early Christian community's lives and customs.