Chris Beneke is Assistant Professor of History at Bentley College in Waltham, MA. He received his Bachelors degree from Cornell University and his PhD from Northwestern University.
<br> This book makes a significant contribution to our understanding of American pluralism and religious liberty. Both general readers and specialists will profit from this insightful, readable volume. --Church History<p><br> I know of no book that traces the historical transition from toleration to religious liberty in America as well as this one. This highly readable and well-documented text is sure to enjoy a wide readership. -- Derek H. Davis, author of Religion and the Continental Congress, 1774-1789: Contributions to Original Intent<p><br> Written in a sparkling style, this book exhibits a comprehensiveness -- both in the text and in the notes - -that wins immediate confidence. Moreover, the theme of the development of religious liberty in America is one whose significance can hardly be exaggerated. Readers will be richly informed by this wise and perceptive book. -- Edwin S. Gaustad, author of Roger Williams and Benjamin Franklin<p><br> In this well-written book, Chris Beneke