Encyclopedia of American Religious History - Hardcover

Marty, Martin E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0816024065 ISBN 13: 9780816024063

Publisher: Facts On File Inc, 1996

Synopsis

In two comprehensive volumes, a team of American religious history scholars outlines the varied and numerous philosophies, personalities, social issues, and cultural history of religious practices in America.Recognizing its debt to the past and drawing on current scholarship, this timely sourcebook reflects the significant issues and the present state of the field of American religious history. More than 700 alphabetically arranged entries make it easy for readers to explore the complex tapestry of America's religious heritage.

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Review:

"Highly recommended for general and all academic collections."

.,."[an] outstanding reference...High school and college libraries should add this valuable resource to their reference collections."

Synopsis:

A comprehensive reference on American religion and religious life, past and present. It covers many forms of religion such as Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, African-American religion, alternative religious movements and sects, trends such as Scientology and the Jesus Movement, and Native American religions. Some 700 alphabetical

About this edition

• Publisher: Facts On File Inc
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0816024065
• ISBN 13: 9780816024063
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 800