Completely revised and updated for the modern-day pilgrom. The author's intimate knowledge of Rome and his readable style offer both pilgrims and ordinary visit

This warm anecdotal guide gives legends and traditions of both the popular sites of Rome as well as little-known places of historical significance. Written by a

of the Pope." --Book Jacket.

"In the early Roman empire, Christians were seen by pagans as overthrowers of ancient gods and destroyers of the prevailing social order. Allegations that Chris