History Of The American Episcopal Church (1916)

By Samuel David McConnell

Book Overview

The book ""History Of The American Episcopal Church"" written by Samuel David McConnell was published in 1916. It is a comprehensive account of the development of the American Episcopal Church from its early beginnings to the early 20th century. The author provides a detailed history of the church's origins, growth, and challenges faced in its establishment and expansion across the United States. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the early history of the Episcopal Church in the American colonies, the role of the church in the American Revolution, the establishment of the church in the new nation, the church's response to slavery and the Civil War, and its involvement in social and political issues of the time. McConnell also discusses the theological and liturgical developments within the church, including the influence of the Oxford Movement and the adoption of the Book of Common Prayer. The author explores the church's relationship with other religious denominations, including the Roman Catholic Church, and its involvement in ecumenical efforts. Overall, ""History Of The American Episcopal Church"" provides a detailed and informative account of the history of the Episcopal Church in America, making it a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of religion in the United States.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: 1164203983
• ISBN13: 9781164203988
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 518 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"