The Visual Culture of American Religions

The Visual Culture of American Religions
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis US
Total Pages : 464
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ISBN-10 : 0520225228
ISBN-13 : 9780520225220
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Book Synopsis The Visual Culture of American Religions by : David Morgan

Download or read book The Visual Culture of American Religions written by David Morgan and published by Taylor & Francis US. This book was released on 2001 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary artists have often clashed with conservative American evangelicals, giving the impression that art and religion are completely at odds. These essays challenge this tension by investigating their long-standing relationship from the early-19th century to the present day.


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