The British state between the mid-seventeenth century to the early twentieth century was essentially a Christian state. Christianity permeated society, defining

This collection explores how Christian individuals and institutions – whether Churches, church-related organisations, clergy, or lay thinkers – combined the

The British state between the mid-seventeenth century to the early twentieth century was essentially a Christian state. Christianity permeated society, defining

Examines sermons preached at national thanksgiving celebrations to show in detail what it meant to be properly British in the period.

Tells the story of the changing relationship between sport and religion from 1800 to the present day Both religion and sport stir deep emotions, shape identitie