God's empire
Book Description
Discover how faith and empire intertwined during one of history's most transformative periods. Hilary M. Carey unveils the remarkable story of Britain's spiritual evolution in the nineteenth century, tracing the nation's journey from a Protestant stronghold to a diverse Christian empire that spanned the globe.
Through meticulous research into original archives and rare historical documents, this compelling exploration reveals how missionary movements became the driving force behind colonial expansion. You'll gain insight into the complex strategies employed by various churches and religious groups as they worked to establish Christian communities across British territories.
The narrative illuminates fascinating tensions and debates that shaped both religious practice and imperial policy. From the delicate balance between church and state to the challenges faced by Irish Catholics within the empire, each chapter uncovers layers of spiritual and political complexity. The author examines how the Scottish Disruption influenced Presbyterian communities abroad, while also exploring the competitive dynamics between different Anglican factions and the rivalry between British and American Methodist traditions in North America.
This comprehensive study offers readers a deeper understanding of how religious conviction influenced colonial development and how imperial expansion, in turn, transformed Christian practice. For those interested in the intersection of spirituality, history, and cultural development, this work provides valuable perspectives on faith's role in shaping nations and communities across continents.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~12 hours)
📄 Length: 421 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore HISTORY
- ✓ Explore Imperialism
- ✓ Explore Church history
- ✓ Explore Christentum
- ✓ Explore HISTORY / Europe / Great Britain
- ✓ Explore Missionaries, british
- ✓ Explore Great britain, colonies, administration
