Religion And Culture from Eden Theological Seminary Bookstore

Blending cultural, religious, and media history, Tona Hangen offers a richly detailed look into the world of religious radio. She uses recordings, sermons, fan mail, and other sources to tell the stories of the determined broadcasters and devoted listeners who, together, transformed American radio evangelism from an on-air novelty in the 1920s into a profitable and wide-reaching industry by the… Read more about this item

In this book, four distinguished scholars level a powerful critique of the rapid expansion of the emerging American empire and its oppressive and destructive political, military, and economic policies. Arguing that a global Pax Americana is internationally disastrous, the authors demonstrate how America's imperialism inevitably leads to rampant irreversible ecological devastation, expanding military force for imperialistic purposes, and a grossly… Read more about this item

Despite the crucial importance of religion in American Life, the place of religion in literary studies continues to take a backseat to trendier academic causes. There Before Us helps us remedy this deficiency by exploring the place of faith in the lives of several major American writers. In developing their arguments, the essayists draw upon a wide array of contemporary… Read more about this item

Whether you watch Lost every week or have just been intrigued by friends' discussion of the mysterious series, Christian Piatt's comments about the show and it connections to church history and spiritual themes will spark your own reflections on the meaning of life, community, free will, destiny, and more. Discussion questions make this book perfect for small groups, and each… Read more about this item

In After the Wrath of God, Anthony Petro vividly narrates the religious history of AIDS in America. Delving into the culture wars over sex, morality, and the future of the American nation, he demonstrates how religious leaders and AIDS activists have shaped debates over sexual morality and public health from the 1980s to the present day. While most attention to… Read more about this item