Humanism In New England Theology (1920) - George Angier Gordon - Bog

""Humanism in New England Theology"" is a book written by George Angier Gordon and first published in 1920. The book explores the influence of humanism on the development of theology in New England during the 19th century. Gordon argues that the rise of humanism in America during this time had a significant impact on religious thought, leading to a shift away from traditional Calvinist beliefs and towards a more liberal, humanistic approach to theology. The book examines the work of several prominent theologians of the period, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Horace Bushnell, and Theodore Parker, and explores how their ideas contributed to the development of a more humanistic theology. Gordon also discusses the role of Unitarianism and Transcendentalism in shaping New England theology during this period. Overall, ""Humanism in New England Theology"" provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of humanism on religious thought in America during the 19th century, making it a valuable resource for scholars of theology, history, and philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.