The Religious Aspects of Swedish Immigration: A Study of Immigrant Churches (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258446215)

The book ""The Religious Aspects of Swedish Immigration: A Study of Immigrant Churches"" by George Malcolm Stephenson is a comprehensive study of the religious practices and beliefs of Swedish immigrants in the United States. The author explores the various immigrant churches established by Swedish immigrants and their impact on the religious landscape of America.The book delves into the history of Swedish immigration to the United States, the reasons for their migration, and their struggles in adapting to a new country. It also examines the role of religion in the lives of Swedish immigrants and the ways in which they maintained their religious traditions in a new and unfamiliar environment.Stephenson analyzes the various denominations and sects that emerged within the Swedish immigrant community, including the Augustana Synod, the Mission Covenant Church, and the Baptist General Conference. He also examines the ways in which these churches interacted with the broader American society and how they contributed to the development of American religious culture.The book is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of primary sources, including church records, diaries, and personal correspondence. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the religious aspects of Swedish immigration and sheds light on the complex and multifaceted experiences of immigrants in America.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: George Malcolm Stephenson
ISBN-10: 1258446219
ISBN-13: 9781258446215
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/28/2012
Pages: 558
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d