Religion in America: A Political History

(Part of the Religion, Culture, and Public Life Series)

by Denis Lacorne

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Denis Lacorne identifies two competing narratives defining the American identity. The first narrative, derived from the philosophy of the Enlightenment, is essentially secular. Associated with the Founding Fathers and reflected in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Federalist Papers, this line of reasoning is predicated on separating religion from politics to preserve political freedom from an overpowering church. Prominent...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0231151004

ISBN13:9780231151009

Release Date:August 2011

Publisher:Columbia University Press

Length:264 Pages

Weight:1.10 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.3" x 9.1"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

History Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Religion Religion & Spirituality Religion, Politics & State

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