From political speeches to pop songs, the biblical presence in
American culture is hard to ignore. This sourcebook gathers and
contextualizes a remarkable series of primary texts to illuminate
the varied uses of the Bible in American life. Topics covered
include the publication and distribution of the Bible, the use of
the Bible in debates over slavery, homosexuality, feminism and
civil rights, and biblical sources in works of art, music, poetry
and fiction. The book provides a clear understanding of the
centrality and influence of the Bible from the period of the first
European settlers to the present day. It is invaluable for students
taking courses on religion and American culture, and on the history
of religion in the United States.
General
Imprint: |
Routledge
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
May 2011 |
First published: |
2011 |
Editors: |
Claudia Setzer
• David Shefferman
|
Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
288 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-415-57811-0 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
0-415-57811-6 |
Barcode: |
9780415578110 |
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