(USED) The Rise of Christianity by Rodney Stark

A groundbreaking study of early Christianity, The Rise of Christianity by Rodney Stark challenges long-held assumptions about how Christianity grew from a small Jewish movement into the dominant faith of the Roman Empire. Combining historical evidence with sociological insight, Stark argues that Christianity’s success was driven by social networks, community structure, and its appeal across different segments of society. Published by HarperOne, this influential work remains essential reading for students of history, religion, and sociology.