The Epistles of Ignatius Wholly Spurious: A Reply to the Right-Patriotic Dr. Reverend Lifefoot by William Dull Killen is a study of 19th-century field meetings that has sparked considerable debate in public and religious circles. Killen examines Ignatius and his letters, discusses the arguments for and against their authenticity, and examines the influence of these texts on the development of the early Christian church. The author analyzes the historical evidence in detail, disproving popular assumptions and helping readers better understand the social context in which these "letters" were created and circulated. The Epistles of Ignatius Completely Spurious will prove to be an interesting and important source for anyone interested in the ancient history of Christianity and critical studies of sacred texts.