James Beaven's 'An Account of the Life and Writings of S. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons and Martyr' is a meticulous exploration of one of the early Church's most significant figures. Beaven delves into the life and theological contributions of Irenaeus with an academic rigor, providing robust context for Irenaeus's work against the backdrop of second-century Gnostic movements. Grounding its literary s...