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Rock beneath the Sand: Country Churches in Texas (Volume 5) (Sam Rayburn Series on Rural Life, sponsored by Texas A&M University,New
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At the crossroads of Central Texas, cotton once ruled as king. Around this demanding monarch, numerous communities grew up and thrived. From the distant horizon, the communities were marked by church steeples stretching skyward. Today, cotton has disappeared from the land, and the communities too are largely gone. Only the churches remainthe rock beneath the sands of time.This powerfully illustrated book seeks to explain the staying power of these rural churches and to introduce the people who keep them alive while the surrounding communities have given way to the larger towns and cities nearby. Beyond the power of religion itself, the authors have uncovered the roles of geography, race, ethnicity, and family in giving life to these small churches.Authors Lois Myers and Rebecca Sharpless enhance our understanding of the interplay of religion and culture, the qualities of late twentiethcentury rural life, and the continuing draw of the open country churches and their members in vivid black and white photographs.Churches featured in the volume include the oldest Norwegian Lutheran church in Texas, four African American Baptist churches organized soon after emancipation, white Southern Baptist churches, Protestant and Catholic churches founded by European and Mexican immigrants, and one union church that for most of the past century accommodated both Methodists and Baptists. Drawing on memories of longtime members, church minutes and histories, baptism records, and family histories, the authors collapse decades of tradition into the enchanting and informative pages of this book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rock beneath the Sand: Country Churches in Texas'? A: The book explores the history and significance of rural churches in Texas, highlighting their role in the communities that once thrived around them.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Lois Myers and Rebecca Sharpless.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in the book? A: The book features vivid black and white photographs that enhance the narrative and showcase the churches and their surroundings.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book available for purchase? A: The used book is in Good condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on November 7, 2003.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of the book.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book examines themes such as the interplay of religion and culture, geography, race, ethnicity, and family in relation to rural churches.
- Q: Are there any specific churches highlighted in the book? A: Yes, it features various churches, including the oldest Norwegian Lutheran church in Texas and several African American Baptist churches.