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Ballots And Bibles: Ethnic Politics And The Catholic Church In Providence (Cushwa Center Studies Of Catholicism In Twentiethcen
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By The Midnineteenth Century, Providence, Rhode Island, An Early Industrial Center, Became A Magnet For Catholic Immigrants Seeking Jobs. The City Created As A Haven For Protestant Dissenters Was Transformed By The Arrival Of Italian, Irish, And Frenchcanadian Workers. By 1905, More Than Half Of Its Population Was Catholicrhode Island Was The First State In The Nation To Have A Catholic Majority. Civic Leaders, For Whom Protestantism Was An Essential Component Of American Identity, Systematically Sought To Exclude The City'S Catholic Immigrants From Participation In Public Life, Most Flagrantly By Restricting Voting Rights. Through Her Account Of The Newcomers' Fight For Political Inclusion, Evelyn Savidge Sterne Offers A Fresh Perspective On The Nationwide Struggle To Define American Identity At The Turn Of The Twentieth Century.In A Departure From Standard Histories Of Immigrants And Workers In The United States, Ballots And Bibles Views Religion As A Critical Tool For New Americans Seeking To Influence Public Affairs. In Providence, This Book Demonstrates, Catholics Used Their Parishes As Political Organizing Spaces. Here They Learned To Be Speakers And Leaders, Eventually Orchestrating A Successful Response To Rhode Island'S Americanization Campaigns And Claiming Full Membership In The Nation. The Catholic Church Must, Sterne Concludes, Be Considered As Powerful An Engine For Ethnic Workingclass Activism From The 1880S Until The 1930S As The Labor Union Or The Political Machine.
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- Q: What is the page count of 'Ballots and Bibles'? A: This book has three hundred twenty pages. It offers an in-depth exploration of ethnic politics and the Catholic Church in Providence.
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- Q: How should I read 'Ballots and Bibles'? A: You can read it like any traditional book. It's suitable for anyone interested in American history, particularly regarding ethnic politics and religion.
- Q: Is this book suitable for younger readers? A: Yes, but with adult guidance. The themes involve political and religious complexities that may require discussion.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, it can be a valuable resource for academic studies in history or sociology. It provides insights into immigrant experiences and church influence.
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- Q: Is 'Ballots and Bibles' a good choice for someone interested in local history? A: Yes, it specifically focuses on Providence's local history. Readers will gain insights into the city's ethnic politics.
- Q: How does this book compare to other historical books? A: It uniquely examines the intersection of religion and politics among immigrants. Unlike many histories, it emphasizes the role of the Catholic Church.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers? A: Yes, it's accessible for casual readers interested in history. The storytelling approach makes complex themes easier to understand.
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