Religious Sites in America: A Dictionary (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781576071540)

Ranging over the incredibly diverse American religious expression, Religious Sites in America explores more than 160 worship sites as representative examples of individual beliefs and practices.

Religious Sites in America examines the location, origin, and history of each site, its size and accessibility, and its purpose and influence. Entries examine uniquely American worship: a passion play enacted by the Hermanos Penitentes, high holy days celebrated over the Internet, and peyotism, one of the oldest worship practices indigenous to the continent.

Because all sites are active religious centers, entries detail site supervision, location, and layout, and include telephone and fax numbers and e-mail and Web addresses. In addition to a site's significance, history, and architecture, the coverage also summarizes its religious activities and outreach programs.

A detailed timeline charts the growth of widespread religious expression in America. A glossary, an extensive bibliography, a subject index, and illustrations complete the coverage.

Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass
ISBN-10: 1576071545
ISBN-13: 9781576071540
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 10/26/2000
Pages: 526
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.27lbs
Size: 10.27h x 7.35w x 1.35d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 11/01/2000 pg. 74
Booklist 02/01/2001 pg. 1065
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2001 pg. 585
Choice 07/01/2001 pg. 1936