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American and Catholic: A Popular History of Catholicism in the United States Paperback – November 15, 2004
"…a superb account of the American Catholic experience. Catholic[s] are presented with all their holiness and warts. Crews tells the story of a people of God, demonstrating his sensitivity to the diversity of ethnic, religious and theological traditions that are part of the Catholic tradition it will be widely useful in college and seminary courses as well as in adult education."—Patrick W. Carey, chair, theology department, Marquette University
"This well-written volume portrays in broad brushstrokes the entire sweep of the Catholic experience in the world …a history flawed at times but always on the move, manifesting the diversity of ethnic, religious and theological traditions."—Brother Patrick Hart, Gethsemani Abbey, Kentucky
- Print length181 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherSt. Anthony Messenger Press
- Publication dateNovember 15, 2004
- Dimensions7 x 0.39 x 9 inches
- ISBN-100867165537
- ISBN-13978-0867165531
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"…a deceptively fine book. This is real history, not a mere chronicle of events, as is evident from the author's deft and balanced handling of such controversial topics as the evangelization of the North Americans, slavery, Americanism and the role of women in American Catholic history." — Church
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- Publisher : St. Anthony Messenger Press; Revised edition (November 15, 2004)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 181 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0867165537
- ISBN-13 : 978-0867165531
- Item Weight : 11.2 ounces
- Dimensions : 7 x 0.39 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,577,808 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #3,631 in Religion Encyclopedias
- #4,053 in General History of Religion
- #5,408 in History of Religions
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012Received the book quickly but haven't gotten the chance to read it yet, Thumbed through some of it and it looks very informative Glad I made the purchase
- Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2005I greatly enjoyed my reading of this book in the spirit in which it was intended, not as a definitive historical textbook, but as the author described it in his introduction:
"The brief account within these pages attempts to present many of the major personalities, movements, spiritualities, conflicts, changes and constancies within the American Catholic community."
I enjoyed this book for its sweeping overview, the delightful photographs and illustrations that complimented the text, and the interesting discussion questions peppered throughout the various chapters. Surely the story of Catholicism in America is one that can be told from countless perspectives, as is true with any wonderful story. I enjoyed my reading of this account and learned many new and interesting things along the way.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2000Clyde Crews outlines the history of the Catholic Church in American in broad strokes and major events. He does not include the details or the rationale for church direction and development. You can read this book in one sitting and get an overview of the American Catholic Church.