Revolutionary Deists: Early America's Rational Infidels
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This illuminating discussion of deism in the early American colonies presents an overview of its main tenets, showing how its influence rose swiftly and for a time became a highly controversial subject of debate among the first citizens of our nation. The deists were students of the Enlightenment and took a keen interest in the scientific study of nature. They were thus critical of orthodox Christianity for its superstitious belief in miracles, persecution...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1616141905
ISBN13:9781616141905
Release Date:August 2010
Publisher:Prometheus Books
Length:279 Pages
Weight:0.91 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"
Related Subjects
19th Century History Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies Revolution & FoundingCustomer Reviews
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