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Richard John Neuhaus: A Life in the Public Square

by Randy Boyagoda

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Neuhaus's writing, activism, and connections to people of power in religion, politics, and culture secured a place for himself and his ideas at the center of recent American history. His life and ideas placed him at the vanguard of events and debates across the political and cultural spectrum. Boyagoda examines Neuhaus's multi-faceted life and reveals to the public what made him tick and why.

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Languages: English
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Published: 2015
Genres: Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Biography & Memoir, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 282.092
LCC: BX4705 .N426 .B69

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