Faith and Economic Practice: Protestant Businessmen in Chicago, 1900-1920

Faith and Economic Practice: Protestant Businessmen in Chicago,1900-1920 explores the role of religion in North American society in the 20th Century, examining the interactions between religious expression and economic order and the role of religion in capitalism.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 294 pages
\n Publication date: 30 October 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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First published in 1989, Faith and Economic Practice: Protestant Businessmen in Chicago,1900-1920 delves into the profound influence of religion on North American society during the 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a religious resurgence in American culture, characterized by notable phenomena such as the Moral Majority, television preachers, prayer breakfasts, parochial schools, brainwashing cults, anti-pornography campaigns, and organizations dedicated to restoring Judeo-Christian values, the volume explores the intricate interplay between religious expression and economic order within the broader context of society. By examining the lives of businessmen in Chicago who were simultaneously prominent figures in the capitalist economy and active members of Protestant churches with personal religious agendas, the book seeks to understand the complex relationship between religious belief and economic systems. Through this comprehensive examination, the book aims to assess the extent to which the religious views of these wealthy elites were shaped by their business experiences and social outlook, shedding light on the intricate dynamics between faith and economic practices in the 20th century.

\n Weight: 708g\n
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367530075\n \n