<p><b>Dive into the gripping narrative of <i>The Darkening Age</i> by Catherine Nixey that unfolds the rarely told, shocking story of a militant faith consuming the enlightened teachings of the Classical world in its race to establish supreme authority.</b><br><br>The Roman Empire had been generous in embracing and absorbing new creeds. This is the enthralling history of an era when Christianity, despite its peaceful premises, morphed into a ruthless force, with the pagan pantheon of the Roman Empire in its grip. In its wrath, not only did it demolish temples and upturn altars, but even books – the legacies of philosophy and science – weren't spared from the relentless flames.<br><br>Acclaimed as the Book of the Year by the <i>Daily Telegraph</i>, the <i>Spectator</i>, the <i>Observer</i>, and <i>BBC History Magazine</i>, and an Editor's Choice by the <i&
