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Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World

Tom Holland
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Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Tom Holland

Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

624

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World, Tom Holland explores Christianity's transformative influence on Western civilization, tracing its origins and impact on values, culture, and systems. The book examines how Christian principles have shaped moral frameworks, institutions, and historical progress, highlighting the profound and enduring effects of the religion on global societies.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Mysterious

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.5

10,419 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tom Holland's Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World receives praise for its comprehensive analysis and engaging narrative, effectively illustrating Christianity's profound influence on Western culture. However, some critics find it occasionally Eurocentric and lacking depth in non-Western histories. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking exploration of Christianity's legacy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World?

A reader who enjoys Dominion would likely have an interest in history, religion, and cultural evolution. Similar to fans of Yuval Noah Harari’s Sapiens, they appreciate narratives exploring the profound influence of ideas over millennia, particularly how Christianity has shaped Western thought and society.

4.5

10,419 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

624

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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