Religion in Nineteenth Century America

by Grant Wacker

Book Overview

Written from the perspective of the various denominations that thrived in the 19th century, this comprehensive survey of the middle period in America's religious past actually starts a little earlier, in the 1780s. In the aftermath of the American Revolution, the citizens of the newly-minted
republic had to cope with more than the havoc wreaked on churches and denominations by the war. They also tasted for the first time the effects of two novel...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195110218
• ISBN13: 9780195110210
• Release Date: May 2000
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.8" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

Great Intro to American Religion

Wacker's book is a great introduction to nineteenth century American religion. It is most appropriate for those who have no (or very little) background in American religious history. Wacker draws together the main strands of nineteenth century American religion with precision and style. Anyone who wants a quick introduction to American religion in the nineteenth century should check out this book.