""Lights And Shadows Of Church History"" is a book written by William Hardman in 1886. The book is a collection of short sermons that cover the history of the Christian church from the time of the apostles to the present day. The author provides an overview of the major events, figures, and movements that have shaped the church over the centuries. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of church history. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction that sets the historical context, followed by a series of short sermons that explore different aspects of that period. The sermons are designed to be read aloud and are written in a style that is accessible to a general audience. Throughout the book, the author highlights both the positive and negative aspects of church history. He celebrates the achievements of great saints and theologians, but also acknowledges the failures and shortcomings of the church. The book is not intended to be a comprehensive history of the church, but rather a series of reflections that offer insights into the challenges and opportunities that the church has faced over the centuries. Overall, ""Lights And Shadows Of Church History"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity. It provides a concise and engaging overview of the major events and figures of church history, and offers insights into the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the church today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.