The nineteenth century has often been termed 'a revolutionary age' on account of the rapid and radical changes which took place in industry and transport, housing and public health, science and technology, education and social life. Religion also played an important part in this 'revolutionary age'. In particular Evangelical Christianity shaped the Victorian years. From Parliament where they were represented by William Wilberforce, the Clapham Sect, Lord Shaftesbury and an increasing number of bishops, right down to the poor on whose behalf they campaigned unceasingly, Evangelicals began to influence every level of society.

Despite the significance of this Age for Evangelical Anglicans, surprisingly little has been written. Evangelical Anglicans in a Revolutionary Age seeks to restore the balance. Based on a wide range of primary sources - sermons, tracts, private correspondence, newspapers and journals - Nigel Scotland presents an extensive study of life in this era. Evangelical Anglicans and social action, social order, theology, education, culture, politics and mission are dealt with. Particular attention is also given to prominent individuals such as Charles Simeon, John Sumner, Spencer Perceval and Josephine Butler in this extensive study that celebrates the rising number of evangelical Anglicans in the revolutionary age.

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ISBN: 9781842272312
Catalogue code: N/A
Publisher: PATERNOSTER PRESS - published 10/02/2004
Format: Paperback