Sunday Craig Harline, PhD

Name: Sunday By Craig Harline, PhD
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Sunday by Craig Harline, PhD

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Summary

For early Christians, the first day of the week was a time to celebrate the liturgy and observe the Resurrection. But over time, Sunday in the Western world took on other meanings and rituals, especially with the addition of rest and recreation to the day's activities. This title examines Sunday from its ancient beginnings to contemporary America.

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Sunday: A History of the First Day from Babylonia to the Super Bowl by Craig Harline, PhD

The mere mention of Sunday will immediately conjure up a rich mix of memories, associations, and ideas for most anyone of any age. Whatever we think of-be it attending church, reading a bulky newspaper, eating brunch, or watching football-Sunday occu

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Surprised me, held my attention, taught me things I didn't know and made me think. . . . The story is fascinating. . . . We touch down at intriguing moments in history and walk around to feel what Sunday was like. . . . I found myself entirely caught up in each period. The gritty realism of the account is compelling.-James Howell, Christian Century -- James Howell * Christian Century *
Social history, which can be in the wrong hands a dreary recitation of statistics comes alive in Sunday because the author gives it flesh and blood that makes one feel it is happening to real people...Full of delightful tidbits.-David Crawley, Anglican Journal -- David Crawley * Anglican Jounral *

About Craig Harline, PhD

Craig Harline, a professor of history at Brigham Young University, is the author of A Bishop's Tale, The Burdens of Sister Margaret, and Miracles at the Jesus Oak. His research has been supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Philosophical Society, the American Council of Learned Societies, and other granting agencies. He lives in Provo, UT.

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Sku

GOR012023933

ISBN 13

9780300167030

ISBN 10

0300167032

Title

Sunday: A History of the First Day from Babylonia to the Super Bowl by Craig Harline, PhD

Author

Craig Harline, PhD

Condition

Used - Very Good

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Yale University Press

Year published

20110902

Number of pages

480

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