""University of Iowa Studies"" (Volume 1) presents an in-depth scholarly examination of the historical and academic status of religious instruction within the state university systems of the United States. Authored by Herbert Leon Searles, this work explores the evolving relationship between public higher education and religious inquiry during a period of significant institutional growth and secularization. Searles provides a meticulous analysis of the legal, administrative, and curricular frameworks that defined how religion was addressed in the public sphere.
The volume serves as a critical primary source for understanding the development of the American university and the sociology of religion. It investigates the challenges of maintaining academic objectivity while addressing the spiritual and ethical interests of the student body. Through institutional surveys and historical context, the work captures the transition toward a more structured, academic approach to religious studies within state-funded institutions. This study remains a valuable resource for historians of education, sociologists, and those interested in the intersection of faith and public policy in the early 20th century.
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By:
Herbert Leon Searles Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 5mm
Weight: 145g ISBN:9781026061077 ISBN 10: 1026061075 Pages: 96 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active