"An ambitious exploration of the public nature of religion in America. Locating an overlap between Christianity and capitalism . . . Promeys study of the ways in which power is mediated via material culture fascinates." * Publishers Weekly * "An important work for students of sociology of place and religion." * Library Journal * Religion in Plain View is nothing short of astonishing in its geographical breadth and critical depth. Promey, one of our most distinguished historians of American visual and religious cultures, brings a rare combination of scholarly erudition and everyday observation to this timely analysis of the ways that religious belief, often coupled with commercial and political interests, manifests across the United States. -- Wendy Bellion, University of Delaware Brimming with theoretical insights, this book reveals the stakes of contests over religious and political display. Promey locates sensory culture at the center of White Protestantisms material establishment and, through a groundbreaking analysis of American religion, provides readers with the tools to analyze the messages of religious show and tell. -- Judith Weisenfeld, Princeton University In this tour de force, Promey shows how public displays of religion have, by design, shaped us to experience and accept particular constructions of America, the beautiful. In massive gatherings and tiny bumper stickers, Promey unveils the testimonial aesthetics, material establishment, and heritage fabrication of American public display. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the politics of monuments and space. -- Lerone Martin, Stanford University An engaging and important book, Religion in Plain View begins with a deceptively simple question: What do Americans see every day as they move through their towns and cities? With a deft hand, Promey takes readers with her on a memorable and striking visual journey across the United States. -- Hillary Kaell, McGill University "This richly illustrated and lucidly written book is probably one of the most important works on American religion published in the last several years." -- A. W. Klink * Choice Connect *
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