This book is concerned with religious revivalism in the United States since 1825. It attempts to explain the part which revivalism has played, and is playing to

The influence of revivalism is writ large in the history of modern Ireland, particularly as we commemorate a 'decade of centenaries'. Yet, whether in Ireland or

Murray analyses a crucial period in American religious history,with particular attention to the major theme of the nature ofreligious revival. He rejects the co

"This book will appeal to scholars and students of popular religion as well as to general readers interested in the subject."--BOOK JACKET.