The Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church by F. L. Cross (Editor); E. A. Livingstone (Editor)ISBN: 0192115456
Publication Date: 1974-03-28
The best one-volume dictionary of the history of the Church. It is noted for the breadth of its scope and its objectivity, with scholars from across the religious spectrum contributing articles on a huge range of topics and personalities. As well as history and biographies, it takes in theology, study of the Bible, Christian denominations, and a host of other subjects.