American Covenant - 2nd Edition by Philip Gorski (Paperback)

American Covenant by Philip Gorski is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the long-standing debate over the true nature of America's founding.

By examining the intersection of religion, politics, and culture throughout American history, Gorski argues that the country was never founded as a Christian nation or a secular democracy, but rather as a prophetic republic that would weave together the ethical vision of the Hebrew prophets and the Western political heritage of civic republicanism.

This book provides an incisive portrayal of figures ranging from John Winthrop to Jerry Falwell, offering insightful perspectives on their views on religion and politics.

With a new preface by the author, American Covenant demonstrates how half a century of culture war has obscured the vital center of American politics, and offers a path forward for rebuilding that center through the recovery of civil religious tradition.

This book is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complex history of America's founding and its ongoing struggle with religion and politics.