The Surge Of Piety In America: An Appraisal

""The Surge of Piety in America: An Appraisal"" by A. Roy Eckardt is a book that explores the rise of religious fervor in the United States during the late 20th century. The author examines the reasons behind this surge in piety, including the impact of the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War, and the counterculture of the 1960s. He also looks at the role of various religious movements, such as the rise of evangelicalism and the growth of the charismatic movement. Eckardt analyzes the impact of this surge of piety on American society and politics, including the rise of the religious right and the influence of religious values on public policy. He also discusses the challenges posed by this surge of piety, such as the tension between religious freedom and secularism, and the potential for religious extremism. Overall, ""The Surge of Piety in America: An Appraisal"" offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the complex and multifaceted phenomenon of religious revivalism in the United States. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the role of religion in American society and politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: A. Roy Eckardt
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 194
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d
ISBN: 9781104849634

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