A Religious History of the American People
- ISBN-10
- 0300017626
- ISBN-13
- 9780300017625
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 1158
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1972
- Author
- Sydney E. Ahlstrom
Description
Provides a comprehensive survey of religious beliefs, practices, and trends in America and includes background information on secular movements and influences
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