Fabiola; Or, The Church of the Catacombs: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Fabiola; Or, The Church of the Catacombs is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wiseman, Nicholas Patrick (1802–1865).
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"Fabiola; Or, The Church of the Catacombs" by Nicholas Patrick Wiseman is a novel first published in 1854. Set in early fourth-century Rome during Diocletian's persecution of Christians, the story follows Fabiola, a spoiled noblewoman whose encounter with her Christian slave girl Syra sparks an unexpected transformation. Meanwhile, young Pancratius prepares for martyrdom while facing betrayal from his nemesis Corvinus. The novel weaves real martyrdom accounts with fictional drama, exploring themes of faith, forgiveness, and community among Rome's underground Christians.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Fabiola; Or, The Church of the Catacombs
- Author credits: Wiseman, Nicholas Patrick (1802–1865)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Christian fiction
- Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 -- Fiction
- Historical fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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