Title: The religious right
Description: This timely work presents an unbiased examination of the religious right and its role in American life. From the fight to outlaw the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution to the struggle to outlaw abortion, the religious right is continually exerting an influence on public policy. This book explores the influence of religion on legislation and society, while examining the alignment of the religious right with the political right.

A historical survey of the movement highlights the shift to a "hands-on" approach to politics and the struggle to present a unified front. Biographies of the men and women who have defined the movement and a detailed chronology provide a thorough understanding of the movement's agenda and goals. Annotated listings of print and nonprint resources, as well as of organizations affiliated with the religious right and those opposing it, aid in further research.

Comprehensive in its scope, this work offers easy-to-read, pertinent information for those seeking to understand the religious right and its evolving role in American society. The Religious Right: A Reference Handbook is part of ABC-CLIO's award-winning Contemporary World Issues series. Other books in the series deal with issues such as homelessness, abortion, domestic violence, gun control, global development, and capital punishment.
Subjects: Bibliography, Christianity and politics, Religious right, Religiöse Bewegung, Neue Christliche Rechte, Christianisme et politique, Histoire, Aspect religieux, Religious aspects, Histoire religieuse, Politique et gouvernement, Étude et enseignement, Conservatism, Church history, History, Politics and government, Evangelicalism, Conservatisme, Fundamentalismus, Die Rechte, Évangélisme, Religion and politics, Study and teaching, Christianisme, United states, politics and government, 20th century, United states, church history, 20th century, Christianity
Places: United States