A History of Christianity in the United States and Canada

The history of the Church at large in the United States is very difficult to understand. Before I read this book, I had no clue how to understand the history of the Church other than "big and super complicated." The history of the Church in the United States is big and super complicated, and this book does a great job to lay out the history and why. I find the comparison of the history of the Church in the US and in Canada to be exceptionally useful. Very good!

This is thorough and comprehensive coverage of the history of Christianity in the United States and Canada from the first colonists, up to the date of publication in 1992. It also serves to provide additional insight into the history taught in schools and experienced by all of us. It is from these religious roots that the moral fiber of our culture arises, shaping all events. This book tracks the multitude of divisions and changes that have taken place in our religious landscape during the almost 400 year history of European peoples in North America. It makes it obvious that change is the only consistent factor.Most of it is clearly and concisely written. It does a good job in explaining major differences between denominations in a given time frame. At times, it does become somewhat muddy as the author tries to explain lesser differences between denominations. I believe that is not the result of a lack of skill on the part of the author, but because those differences themselves are muddy.The author maintains a consistent level of objectivity throughout the book and is not being a flack for any particular religious point of view.

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Excellent book, unbiased in its theology, clear and reputable facts. Illustrated nicely, good read, keeps your attention. Very good dialogue chronicalling the spread of christianity on our North American continent. A must for christian history buffs. So much information in this volume and divided appropriately according to eras of different events and movements here in America. Im a Calvinist, and I liked it!

If you want to get the History of the World that they no longer teach in any School, get this book.

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Great book!

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