William R. J. Pegram forged a record as one of the most prominent artillerists in the Army of Northern Virginia. He participated in every major battle in Virginia and rose form sergeant to full colonel by the end of the war. Neither zealot nor fanatic; Pegram shared the values of the South's ruling elite; and Peter S. Carmichael argues that he entered Confederate service to defend a way fo life he believed was ordained but God. Lee's Young Artillerist looks at Pegram as a case study to explore the worldview of slaveholders in the antebellum South.
#157543 in Books Rutgers University Press 2005-03-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .90 x 5.90l; 1.32 #File Name: 0813535530368 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Finke writes a winning explanation of ways to reduce church membership.By Dr. Gary R. SweetenThis is an update of later data from his first book on the same topic. I learned a lot from the first book and the second has not disappointed. Dr. Finke is one of my favorite researchers and authors on church growth; church health and how to assess denominational trends. He jumps over style to substance as the keys to getting and maintaining members. He punctures the self-serving rationalization a of Mainline apologists for why they are dead or dying. I also appreciate his economic model for it clarifies and simplifies growth and reduction patterns. Despite a terrible title; the book is a mother lode of useful information for Pastors and a Theologians as well as interested Laity.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Had to read it; enjoyed itBy Hi DesertHad to read this book for a class. It's actually a fascinating read that delves into American religiosity and explains how America has become more observant over the years; and why some churches are growing while others shrink. Quite readable and interesting for anyone with a broad curiosity about American religion.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good readBy JourdanBought used; it had highlights. Honestly it was even better than new. The person who highlighted helped me study better. Thank you!
