The Myth of Separation Second-Hand
Author: David Barton
Publisher: (Publisher not listed on cover; standard print edition)
Edition: Standard Edition
Category: History / Church & State / Christian Perspective
Condition: Pre-loved / Second-Hand
The Myth of Separation presents David Barton's argument that the commonly held idea of a strict separation between church and state is historically inaccurate. Drawing on quotations from the Founding Fathers, early American leaders and Supreme Court rulings from 1795 to 1952, Barton seeks to demonstrate that religious influence particularly Christian teaching played a foundational role in early American government and legal decisions.
Through historical excerpts and legal citations, the book aims to give readers a closer look at the relationship between faith and public life as understood in early America, encouraging discussion about the modern interpretation of churchstate issues.
What You'll Discover
- Quotations from Founding Fathers regarding faith and national identity
- Historical Supreme Court statements referencing Christianity and moral education
- Barton's argument that early American institutions embraced public expressions of faith
- Examples of how religion and civil life were intertwined in the 18th and 19th centuries
- A critique of the modern concept of "separation of church and state"
About the Author
David Barton is a researcher and speaker known for his work on early American history, particularly the influence of Christian thought on the nation's founding. He compiles historical writings, political commentary and primary-source documents to examine how faith shaped public institutions and civic life.
Book Details
- ISBN: 0-925279-18-8 / 9780925279188
- Format: Softcover
- Language: English
- Category: History / Church & State
Condition Second-Hand
- Good used condition
- Light wear to edges and corners
- Some handling marks on the cover
- Pages clean and unmarked
- You will receive the exact copy shown in the photos
A thought-provoking historical analysis for readers interested in the intersection of faith, governance and American constitutional history.
