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100 1 _aWithrow, W. H.
_q(William Henry),
_d1839-1908
245 1 0 _aValeria, the Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Early Christian Life in Rome
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-08-22
508 _aProduced by Rose Mawhorter (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMartyrs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction
653 _aChristian life -- History -- Early church, ca. 30-600
653 _aCatacombs -- Italy -- Rome -- Fiction
653 _aRome (Italy) -- Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33484
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