"It consists of a narrative text, an extensive series of biographical sketches...and a comprehensive bibliographical essay....The narrative itself is a very able analysis of the intellectual and theological development of Unitarianism and Universalism in America....What it does...it does extremely well...." Choice
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“It consists of a narrative text, an extensive series of biographical sketches ... and a comprehensive bibliographical essay, thus recommending itself as an essential part of any reference collection. The narrative itself is a very able analysis of the intellectual and theological development of Unitarianism and Universalism in America.... What it does ... it does extremely well, and is highly recommended as a reference tool and a contribution to the history of American religious thought.”–Choice
“The Unitarians and the Universalists by David Robinson is reason for rejoicing, first of all because it is a very good book and, secondly because it is the first volume of a new series that should be a landmark series for U.S.A. religious history. This is U.S.A. religious history at its best; the new series is well launched by this excellent first book....”–ADRIS Newsletter
“The Unitarians and the Universalists by David Robinson is reason for rejoicing, first of all because it is a very good book and, secondly because it is the first volume of a new series that should be a landmark series for U.S.A. religious history. This is U.S.A. religious history at its best; the new series is well launched by this excellent first book....”–
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3.0 out of 5 stars
A decent historical look at UU,
By Thomas Hochmann (Albuquerque, NM) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Unitarians and the Universalists (Paperback)
I'll keep this review short and sweet, because there's not much to say, really. /The Unitarians and Universalists/ offers a comprehensive look at the history of Unitarianism and Universalism, and their mixing in recent times. However, the book is rather dry and offers very little "food for thought." It's mostly names, dates, and movements. The writing is uninspired and not very compelling.
As a guide to the history of UU, this book is acceptable. I've encountered far more interesting books and essays on the subject, however. The level of detail is high, but you will definitely not find yourself reading this book for anything beyond obscure details of the past.
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When the American Unitarian Association and the Universalist Church of America completed their merger in 1961, a new denomination was born, the Unitarian Universalist Association. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
supernatural rationalism, liberal religion, independent lecturer, minister emeritus, denominational affairs, free religion, fellowship movement, theological radicalism, endless punishment, western issue, pure individualism, universal restoration, pulpit eloquence, endless hell, religious liberalism, active retirement, universalist views, women ministers, liberal faith, liberal church, ministerial career Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, New England, Harvard Divinity School, American Unitarian Association, National Conference, Hosea Ballou, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Harvard College, Theodore Parker, James Freeman Clarke, William Ellery Channing, Civil War, Conrad Wright, New Haven, Unitarian Universalist Association, Frederick May Eliot, Free Religious Association, Henry Ware, Margaret Fuller, John Murray, Lawrence University, Perry Miller, The Larger Hope, San Francisco, Sanitary Commission New!
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When the American Unitarian Association and the Universalist Church of America completed their merger in 1961, a new denomination was born, the Unitarian Universalist Association. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
supernatural rationalism, liberal religion, independent lecturer, minister emeritus, denominational affairs, free religion, fellowship movement, theological radicalism, endless punishment, western issue, pure individualism, universal restoration, pulpit eloquence, endless hell, religious liberalism, active retirement, universalist views, women ministers, liberal faith, liberal church, ministerial career Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, New England, Harvard Divinity School, American Unitarian Association, National Conference, Hosea Ballou, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Harvard College, Theodore Parker, James Freeman Clarke, William Ellery Channing, Civil War, Conrad Wright, New Haven, Unitarian Universalist Association, Frederick May Eliot, Free Religious Association, Henry Ware, Margaret Fuller, John Murray, Lawrence University, Perry Miller, The Larger Hope, San Francisco, Sanitary Commission New!
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- Beginnings of Unitarianism in America by Conrad Edick Wright on 9 pages
- Apostle of Culture: Emerson As Preacher and Lecturer by David Robinson on 6 pages
- Treatise on Atonement by Hosea Ballou on 5 pages
- Religious Humanism in America: Dietrich, Reese and Potter by Mason Olds on 5 pages
- Ralph Waldo Emerson (Oxford Authors) by Ralph Waldo Emerson on 4 pages
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- A Historical Guide to Ralph Waldo Emerson (Historical Guides to American Authors) by Joel Myerson in Back Matter
- Separated Brethren: A Review of Protestant, Anglican, Eastern Orthodox & Other Religions in the United States by William J. Whalen on page 164
- The Reconciled Life: A Critical Theory of Counseling by R. Paul Olson in Back Matter
- An American Bible: A History of the Good Book in the United States, 1777-1880 by Paul Gutjahr in Back Matter
- Black Puritan, Black Republican: The Life and Thought of Lemuel Haynes, 1753-1833 (Religion in America Life) by John Saillant in Back Matter
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