church history

Text and illustrations chronicle the life of eighteenth-century colonial minister Jonathan Edwards, who played a part in the Great Awakening, was president of the College of New Jersey, now Princeton University.

How St. Paul's Chapel, across the street from the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, survived the 9-11 blast and then served as a service depot for rescuers.

Contains eighteen full or excerpted primary documents that provide perspectives on the Elizabethan world, from 1558 to 1603, including speeches, a poem, examples of literature, journal entries, and other writings.

Presents chronologically arranged primary and secondary source articles that examine some of the major political, social, and cultural events of the twelfth century.

Describes a year in the life of the monks living in the great monastery of Cluny in medieval France, as seen through the eyes of a young boy who has just joined the monastic order.

Describes the lives of the Separatists in England and Holland leading up to their departure for America in 1620.

Describes the battle for the crown of England in 1066 which was eventually claimed by William the Conqueror, and provides information about the workings of the monarchy during the Middle Ages, discussing royal succession, coronations and queens, the law, crusading, and other topics.

Describes the history of Protestantism in America; its beliefs and practices; its impact on American culture, social issues, and politics; and important American Protestant leaders.

Describes the history of the Catholic faith in America, its beliefs and practices, and its impact on American culture, social issues, and politics, along with important American Catholic figures and events.

Describes the history of the Evangelical tradition in America; its beliefs and practices; its impact on American culture, social issues, and politics; and important American Baptist and Methodist figures and events.