Hoosier Faiths: A History of Indianas Churches and Religious Groups

Hoosier Faiths: A History of Indianas Churches and Religious Groups by Rudolph, L C. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780253328823.

"... a historiographical tour de fource." -- Encounter "An exhaustive, meticulous study of all the major and most minor religions represented in our state, Hoosier Faiths offers delight for those interested in local traditions, folklore, sociology, and church history." -- Arts Indiana "... An excellent historical work that might well serve as an important initial survey and guide for students of nineteenth- and twentieth-century American religious history." -- The Journal of American History "This long-awaited work is one of the most important volumes ever published on the history of Indiana. L.C. Rudolphs prodigious research has given us by far the best book we have on religion in the state." -- Indiana Magazine of History "... this is an extremely well-written work which will appeal to those interested in the history of Midwestern religious growth as well as a must purchase for any library worth its salt. Enhanced by thirty-two pictures of churches representing different denominations and a fine index, this is an outstanding example of state historical research at its best." -- Michigan Historical Review "It is essential reading for anyone interested in Indianas religious history and would be of value on anyones reading list." -- Christian Sociologist Newsletter This major reference work surveys the history of more than fifty denominations and religious groups in Indiana from pioneer days to the present. L. C. Rudolph describes the founding and development of each religious group, highlights major personalities and issues, and summarizes the groups present status.