Paul the Traveller: Saint Paul and his World

This biography examines the life of Saul of Tarsus, a first-century man born into Asia Minor's Jewish aristocracy who became known as Paul the Apostle. A passionate student of scripture, Saul witnessed the killing of Stephen, regarded as the first Christian martyr. His life changed after experiencing a miracle on the road to Damascus, which convinced him that Jesus Christ was his true master. Ernle Bradford draws on his knowledge of ancient history to trace Paul's travels from city to city as he spread Christian teachings, enduring beatings, stonings, and shipwrecks. The book combines historical detail with narrative storytelling to present Paul's life and the development of his rhetorical influence. Bradford, a historian whose works span from the ancient world to World War II, examines how Paul's conversion and devotion contributed to the formation and spread of Christianity throughout the civilized world.