Washington Gladden And Applied Christianity

By Joseph M. M. Gray

Book Overview

Washington Gladden and Applied Christianity is a book written by Joseph M.M. Gray that explores the life and work of Washington Gladden, a prominent figure in the American social gospel movement. The book provides a detailed account of Gladden's life, from his early years as a Congregational minister to his later work as a social reformer and advocate for social justice.Gray examines Gladden's philosophy of applied Christianity, which emphasized the importance of putting Christian principles into action in the world. He also explores Gladden's involvement in various social reform movements, including the labor movement, the temperance movement, and the anti-imperialist movement.Throughout the book, Gray provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of Gladden's ideas and actions, situating them within the broader context of American religious and social history. He also draws on a range of primary sources, including Gladden's own writings and speeches, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of this important figure in American history.Overall, Washington Gladden and Applied Christianity is a compelling and informative book that sheds new light on the life and work of one of the most influential religious and social thinkers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Prophets of the Soul, by Joseph M. M. Gray. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766163695.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116286785X
• ISBN13: 9781162867854
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"