Constantine the Great (285-337) played a crucial role in mediating between the pagan; imperial past of the city of Rome; which he conquered in 312; and its future as a Christian capital. In this learned and highly readable book; Ross Holloway examines Constantines remarkable building programme in Rome. Holloway begins by examining the Christian Church in the period before the Peace of 313; when Constantine and his co-emperor Licinius ended the persecution of the Christians. He then focuses on the structure; style; and significance of important monuments: the Arch of Constantine and the two great Christian basilicas; St. Johns in the Lateran and St. Peters; as well as the imperial mausoleum at Tor Pignatara. In a final chapter Holloway advances a new interpretation of the archaeology of the Tomb of St. Peter beneath the high altar of St. Peters Basilica. The tomb; he concludes; was not the original resting place of the remains venerated as those of the Apostle but was created only in 251 by Pope Cornelius. Drawing on the most up-to-date archaeological evidence; he describes a cityscape that was at once Christian and pagan; mirroring the personality of its ruler.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Buttes history is steeped in Irish immigrants.By Teresa KarstGreat pictures and descriptions of historic Butte and life in this infamous mining town. My Irish/Scottish Grandmother grew up here in the 1920s and 30s and it is priceless to be able to see what she experienced. I would have liked maps showing the streets and businesses mentioned.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. It was a terrific book. I was delighted to see a picture ...By Bill SullivanIt was a terrific book. I was delighted to see a picture of my Grandfather. I only wish she had more information on the pictures.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy edward flowersgot a book on montana roed sines
