Cornelius The Centurion (1841) - Paperback

by Frederic Adolphus Krummacher (Author), John Willison Ferguson (Editor)

Cornelius The Centurion is a historical fiction novel written by Frederic Adolphus Krummacher in 1841. The book tells the story of Cornelius, a Roman centurion who is stationed in Judea during the time of Jesus Christ. Despite being a loyal soldier of the Roman Empire, Cornelius is drawn to the teachings of Jesus and becomes a follower of the Christian faith. The novel explores Cornelius' journey as he grapples with the conflict between his duty to Rome and his newfound faith. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including fellow Roman soldiers, Jewish leaders, and early Christians. Through these interactions, the book provides a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Judea and the complexities of religious and political beliefs during this time period. Overall, Cornelius The Centurion is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the life of a Roman soldier during the time of Jesus Christ.With Notes And A Biographical Notice Of The Author.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.