In the Footsteps of St. Paul

by Edward Stourton

There have been many previous biographies of this elusive but vitally important Christian but none have so clearly emphasised the relevance of his experiences of conversion, strength of belief and faith to the contemporary political and social climate in such a fundamental way. The reader is taken in St Paul's footsteps from his birth in Tarsus in the first decade of the first century AD to his martyrdom in Rome more then 60 years later. Stourton's detailed research and lively, enthusiastic writing style provide insights into the experiences, education and background which helped shape this most pragmatic and inspirational of biblical figures. St Paul is developed from a shadowy New Testament figure to a truly flesh and blood personality.

Genres: Nonfiction, Religion

256 pages, Paperback

First published May 20, 2004

About the author

Edward Stourton is a newspaper columnist, writer and presenter of several high-profile current affairs programmes and regularly presents BBC Radio Four programmes such as The World at One, The World this Weekend, Sunday and Analysis. He is a frequent contributor to the Today programme, where for ten years he was one of the main presenters.

Reviews

[Graham]

Terrific fast paced introduction to St Paul and the different ways to see him. Moralist, founder of Christianity, adventurer, missionary, disruptor. Leaves me wanting to know more.

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really interesting look at the context of Paul and what was going on around him

[Andrew Imrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favourite books about the history of early Christianity. Stourton goes in search of Saint Paul, visiting many of the places associated with him during his life and journeys.

[Joana Andrade]

comment once I've finished it