The Apostolic Fathers: An Essential Guide (Abingdon Essential Guides)
"Here is a long awaited volume that treats in a concise and readable format a body of literature too often neglected, but absolutely essential to our understanding of Christian origins. Clayton Jefford brings unrivaled expertise to this task and serves as a sensitive and insightful guide to these texts, offering an introduction that will serve the needs of the beginning student and the seasoned expert alike.  It is sure to be at the top of the reading list for anyone interested in this important topic." - Stephen J Patterson, Eden Theological Seminary