Catholic Moral Theology in the United States: A History

by Charles E. Curran

Book Overview

In this magisterial volume Charles E. Curran surveys the historical development of Catholic moral theology in the United States from its 19th century roots to the present day. He begins by tracing the development of pre-Vatican II moral theology that, with the exception of social ethics, had the limited purpose of training future confessors to know what actions are sinful and the degree of sinfulness.

Curran then explores and illuminates...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589011961
• ISBN13: 9781589011960
• Release Date: April 2008
• Publisher: Georgetown University Press
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.4" x 9.0"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher