Professor Patrick N. Allitt’s course, American Religious History, produced by The Teaching Company (now The Great Courses), explores the immense vitality and diversity of religion in the United States from European contact to the late 20th century. Course Overview Format: 24 lectures (30 minutes each).
Because Allitt did not grow up immersed in the American revival tent or the Southern Baptist pew, he notices the quirks. He sees the absurdity, the genius, and the profound sincerity of American religious movements with a clarity that native historians sometimes lack. His dry British wit, combined with a genuine affection for his adopted country, makes the 36 lectures of “American Religious History” feel like a long, fascinating conversation with a brilliant uncle.
The series follows a roughly chronological path, beginning with the first European contacts and early Puritanism, extending through the late 20th century. American Religious History | The Great Courses Shop
Analysis of the religious revivals that swept the colonies and the young nation, emphasizing the rise of evangelicalism. Religion and the State:
Supplementary Reading: Professor Allitt has authored several related texts, including Major Problems in American Religious History and Religion in America Since 1945. Religion in America Since 1945 : A History
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Professor Patrick N. Allitt’s course, American Religious History, produced by The Teaching Company (now The Great Courses), explores the immense vitality and diversity of religion in the United States from European contact to the late 20th century. Course Overview Format: 24 lectures (30 minutes each).
Because Allitt did not grow up immersed in the American revival tent or the Southern Baptist pew, he notices the quirks. He sees the absurdity, the genius, and the profound sincerity of American religious movements with a clarity that native historians sometimes lack. His dry British wit, combined with a genuine affection for his adopted country, makes the 36 lectures of “American Religious History” feel like a long, fascinating conversation with a brilliant uncle. TTC - Prof. Patrick N Allitt - American Religious History
The series follows a roughly chronological path, beginning with the first European contacts and early Puritanism, extending through the late 20th century. American Religious History | The Great Courses Shop Professor Patrick N
Analysis of the religious revivals that swept the colonies and the young nation, emphasizing the rise of evangelicalism. Religion and the State: Because Allitt did not grow up immersed in
Supplementary Reading: Professor Allitt has authored several related texts, including Major Problems in American Religious History and Religion in America Since 1945. Religion in America Since 1945 : A History