Domination

by Alice Roberts

This is the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another.

Who spread Christianity, how, and why? In her quest to find the answer, Professor Alice Roberts takes us on a gripping investigative journey. From a secluded valley in south Wales to the shores of Brittany; from the heart of the Roman Empire in a time of political turmoil to the ancient city of Corinth in the footsteps of the apostle Paul; from Alexandria in the fourth century to Constantinople.

As the Roman Empire crumbled in Western Europe, a shadow of power remained, almost perfectly mapping onto its disappearing territories. And then, it continued to spread. Unearthing the archaeological clues and challenging long-established histories, Professor Roberts tells a remarkable story about the relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity.

Lifting the veil on secrets that have been hidden in plain sight, this story is nothing short of astonishing.

Domination  is a page-turning exploration of power and its survival.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Religion

432 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 28, 2025

About the author

Alice May Roberts is an English anatomist, osteoarchaeologist, physical anthropologist, palaeopathologist, television presenter and author.

Roberts studied medicine and anatomy at Cardiff University, qualifying in 1997 as a physician with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB BCh) degree, having gained an intercalated Bachelor of Science degree in anatomy. She earned a PhD in paleopathology in 2008 from the University of Bristol.

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Reviews

[Norrie Sanders · Rating 4 out of 5]

Domination is a story of how a tiny cult within the Roman empire came to be the powerful force called Christianity. Alice Roberts’ take is less about theology, and more about power and wealth. The focus is on the first few centuries: the formative events and people that witnessed the slow decline of an empire and the establishment of a new religion.
Her central thesis is that the path was an evolution in which some Romans (mostly elites and middle classes) brought their traditions and hierarchies into the Church. Eventually, she argues, the two became one, as much of Rome's wealth and power was inherited by the Church.
Professor Roberts is meticulous with her sources and, though not everyone will agree with her synthesis, provides a credible argument. Her style is approachable and she understands where the reader might need help to explain complex or nuanced concepts. Her personal journey of discovery (historical rather than spiritual) complements the fascinating accounts of the people who lived in those tumultuous times.
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[Linda Phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book shining new light on the Roman to post-Roman period in Britain and Europe. I am well read on this period, but what I liked about this book is that it was all new content and new ideas to me, not a rehash of existing works. The enthusiasm of Alice Roberts for her subject shines through, sweeping us along on a journey of discovery in an exciting read.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prof. Roberts does it again. I was privileged to hear her speak at the Liverpool Phil, launching the book with an entertaining and engaging evening. Reading the book straight afterwards has been a bonus.

What a fascinating insight into the story of how The Roman Empire became The Christian Empire.

So much content, so well explained and such a clear logic in how the history evolved.

[Jay Stocks · Rating 1 out of 5]

A very one sided and militant humanist point of view, which was grating at times. There's so many better books out there in this topic.