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A Religious History Of The American People
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This Classic Work, Winner Of The 1973 National Book Award In Philosophy And Religion And Christian Centurys Choice As The Religious Book Of The Decade (1979), Is Now Issued With A New Chapter By Noted Religious Historian David Hall, Who Carries The Story Of American Religious History Forward To The Present Day.Praise For The Earlier Edition:An Unusual And Praiseworthy Book. . . . It Takes A Modern, Almost Anthropological View Of History, In Which Worship Is A Part Of A Web Of Culture Along With Play, Love, Dress, And Language.B.A. Weisberger, Washington Post Book Worldthe Most Detailed, Most Polished Of The Works In Its Tradition.Martin E. Marty, New York Times Book Reviewan Intellectual Delight That One Does Not So Much Read As Savor.Americathe Definitive Onevolume Study By The Leading Authority.Christianity Todayno One Writing Or Thinking Hereafter About Americas Past Will Be Able To Ignore Ahlstroms Magisterial Account Of The Religious Element.American Historical Review
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- Q: What is 'A Religious History of the American People' about? A: This book provides a comprehensive overview of American religious history, examining how religion has influenced American culture and society from its inception to the present day.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Sydney E. Ahlstrom, a noted religious historian.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the second edition of the book, published on May 10, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 1,216 pages.
- Q: Is this book available in paperback? A: Yes, 'A Religious History of the American People' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What accolades has the book received? A: This work won the 1973 National Book Award in Philosophy and Religion and was recognized as the Religious Book of the Decade by Christian Century in 1979.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new, ensuring that readers receive a high-quality product.
- Q: Does this book include recent updates on religious history? A: Yes, the second edition includes a new chapter by David Hall, which extends the narrative of American religious history to contemporary times.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic studies? A: Yes, it is often cited in academic contexts due to its thorough exploration of American religious dynamics and its recognition among scholars.
- Q: What themes does the book explore? A: The book examines various themes such as the interplay between religion and culture, the impact of religious movements, and the evolution of beliefs in American society.