Book detail: Callista: A Sketch of the Third Century is presented as a focused source page for quotations connected with this book, collection, transcript, or source record.
This work is a historical novel that portrays the religious and social conflicts of the third century, particularly the persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire. The story follows Callista, a beautiful and intelligent Greek woman living in the city of Sicca Veneria in North Africa. Through her encounters with Christian converts and Roman authorities, the narrative explores themes of faith, martyrdom, and the clash between pagan and Christian worldviews. The book provides a detailed depiction of daily life, religious practices, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals during a period of intense religious transformation.
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