Myth and the Christian Nation

by Burton L. Mack

Book Overview

America is widely regarded as the ultimate "Christian Nation." Religious language has always been at the forefront of American politics but this has increased since the events of 9/11. 'Myth and the Christian Nation' presents a startling analysis of how and why Christianity and national identity have been woven together in recent American political discourse. Drawing on examples of religious myth-making across the ancient world 'Myth and the Christian...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1845533739
• ISBN13: 9781845533731
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.0"