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The Arrogance of Faith: Christianity and Race in America

by Forrest G. Wood

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Explores the relationship between Christianity and racism in America, arguing that the majority of Christian thought and conduct has promoted and sustained racial injustice.

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Forrest G. Wood

6 Works 86 Members

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Anisfield-Wolf Book Award (Winner – Nonfiction – 1991)

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Genres: Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, History, General Nonfiction, Politics and Government
DDC/MDS: 261.8 — Religion Christian organization, social work & worship Social theology and interreligious relations and attitudes Christianity and socioeconomic problems
LCC: E184 .A1 .W7 — History of the United States United States Elements in the population Afro-Americans

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Languages: English
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 2

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Published: 1990
Genres: Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, History, General Nonfiction, Politics and Government
DDC/MDS: 261.8
LCC: E184 .A1 .W7

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Forrest G. Wood

6 Works 86 Members

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