Religion in American HistoryISBN: 978-1-4051-6137-4
Hardcover
360 pages
April 2010, Wiley-Blackwell
Other Available Formats: Paperback
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This student-friendly introduction combines both thematic and
chronological approaches in exploring the pivotal role religion
played in American history - and of its impact across a range of
issues, from identity formation and politics, to race, gender, and
class.
- A comprehensive introduction to American religious history that
successfully combines thematic and chronological approaches, aiding
both teaching and learning
- Brings together a stellar cast of experts to trace the
development of theology, the political order, practice, and race,
ethnicity, gender and class throughout America's history
- Accessibly structured in to four key eras: Exploration and
Encounter (1492-1676); The Atlantic World (1676-1802); American
Empire (1803-1898); and Global Reach (1898-present).
- Investigates the role of religion in forming people's identities, emotional experiences, social conflict, politics, and patriotism