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Book Synopsis: In this fascinating cultural history of interracial marriage and its legal regulation in the United States, Fay Botham argues that religion–specifically, Protestant and Catholic beliefs about marriage and race–had a significant effect on legal decisions concerning miscegenation and marriage in the century following the Civil War. She contends that the white southern Protestant notion that God "dispersed" the races and the American Catholic emphasis on human unity and common origins point to ways that religion influenced the course of litigation and illuminate the religious bases for Christian racist and antiracist movements.
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Discover the fascinating history of interracial marriage and its legal regulation in the United States with "Almighty God Created the Races: Christianity, Interracial Marriage, and American Law". Authored by Fay Botham, this insightful book delves into how religion, particularly Protestant and Catholic beliefs, shaped legal decisions on miscegenation and marriage in the post-Civil War era.
Uncover the profound impact of white southern Protestant beliefs that God "dispersed" the races and American Catholic emphasis on human unity and common origins on the legal landscape. Gain an understanding of how religion influenced court decisions and how it played a crucial role in both Christian racist and antiracist movements in American history.
With meticulous research and compelling arguments, this book sheds light on the intersection of religion, law, and race relations in the United States. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a scholar, or simply curious about how religion shaped legal perspectives on interracial marriage, this book is a must-read.
Ready to delve into this captivating exploration of religion, marriage, and law in America? Order your copy of "Almighty God Created the Races" today and uncover the profound influence of religion on the legal regulation of interracial marriage.
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