History Of American Congregationalism (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436703727)

The History of American Congregationalism is a comprehensive book written by Gaius Glenn Atkins that provides a detailed account of the Congregationalist movement in America. The book traces the origins of Congregationalism from its roots in England and explores its development in America, including the founding of the Pilgrim and Puritan communities. Atkins examines the role of Congregationalism in the American Revolution and its impact on the development of American democracy. He also explores the challenges faced by the Congregationalist movement, including debates over slavery and the rise of other religious denominations. The book provides a thorough analysis of the theological beliefs and practices of Congregationalism, including its emphasis on individualism, autonomy, and the authority of the local church. It also explores the contributions of notable Congregationalist figures, such as Jonathan Edwards and Harriet Beecher Stowe. Overall, the History of American Congregationalism offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the Congregationalist movement in America, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American religion and society.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: Gaius Glenn Atkins,Frederick L. Fagley
ISBN-10: 1436703727
ISBN-13: 9781436703727
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 444
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d