Religion In American History

Book Overview

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

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405161388
• ISBN13: 9781405161381
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.8" x 9.7"