Short history of the church in the United States, A.D. 1492-1890,
by John F. Hurst ...
Description
- Language(s)
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English
- Published
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New York, Chautauqua Press, 1890.
- Summary
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Short History of the Church in the United States is a historical account of the development of Christianity in America, written by John Fletcher Hurst and published in 1890. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first European settlers to the end of the 19th century. Hurst examines the various denominations that emerged in the United States, including the Roman Catholic Church, the Episcopal Church, the Methodist Church, and the Baptist Church, among others. He explores the key figures and movements that shaped the development of American Christianity, including the Great Awakening, the Civil War, and the rise of evangelicalism. The book also delves into the social and cultural factors that influenced the growth of Christianity in the United States, such as immigration, urbanization, and the expansion of education.
- Note
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On cover: Chautauqua course, 1890-91.
- Physical Description
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iv, 132 p.
18 cm.
- ISBN
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0524021848 (microfiche)
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