Shadow on the Church: Southwestern Evangelical Religion and the Issue of Slavery, 1783-1860 -1st Edition/1st Printing

Ithaca And London: Cornell University Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1985. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0801417635 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in like dust-jacket with minor edgewear; Bailey's book is an excellent and comprehensive exploration of the theological and ecclesiastical responses of the Southwestern evangelical churches to slavery. He provides a nuanced and rich history of the evangelical churches in the Southwest and their interaction with slavery. He also does a great job of highlighting the theological and ethical issues that arose from the institution of slavery.; 8vo; 293 pages; FSA .