Bibliograph

Encyclopedia of religion in America, Charles H. Lippy, Peter W. Williams, v. 2

Type

Label

Encyclopedia of religion in America, Charles H. Lippy, Peter W. Williams, v. 2

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Encyclopedia of religion in America

Nature of contents

bibliographyencyclopedias

Oclc number

1269098

Responsibility statement

Charles H. Lippy, Peter W. Williams

Summary

"A multidisciplinary examination of religion in American life. This authoritative four-volume reference work explores the origins, development, influence, and interrelations of the many faiths practiced in North America, including major world religions and emerging sects, cults and movements. The work covers the significant denominations and movements that have originated or flourished in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, from the beginning of European settlement to the present. Includes coverage of religious life amoung indigenous peoples; specific aspects of religous life; and the relationship of religion to the political, social, economic, and cultural spheres. Topics include: church-state issues; environment and ecology; gay and lesbian issues; religion and politics; religious life of African Americans and Latinos; religious thought; role of women; worship"-- BACK COVER

Table Of Contents

v. 1. A-D -- v. 2. E-K -- v. 3. L-P -- v. 4. Q-Z

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Religion in America,, v.2, E-K

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