Church And State In Early Canada

By Mack Eastman

Book Overview

""Church and State in Early Canada"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Mack Eastman and originally published in 1915. The book explores the relationship between the church and state in Canada during the early colonial period, specifically from the 16th to the 18th century. The author delves into the complex interplay between the Catholic Church and the colonial government, examining how religion influenced politics and vice versa. He explores the role of the church in shaping social norms, education, and cultural practices in Canada, as well as its influence on the legal system and governance.Eastman also examines the impact of European colonization on the Indigenous peoples of Canada and the role of the church in their conversion to Christianity. He discusses the tensions that arose between the church and the state, particularly in terms of land ownership and the treatment of Indigenous peoples.Overall, ""Church and State in Early Canada"" provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the complex relationship between religion and politics during the early colonial period in Canada. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Canadian history, religious studies, or the intersection of church and state in colonial contexts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164028316
• ISBN13: 9781164028314
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"