Hell Without Fires: Slavery, Christianity, and the Antebellum Spiritual Narrative (History of African-American Religions)

Hell Without Fires: The Spiritual and Earthly Results of Conversion to Christianity for African-American Antebellum Writers by Yolanda Pierce is a groundbreaking book that examines the transformative power of conversion in the lives of enslaved African Americans.

Through a detailed analysis of autobiographical narratives, Pierce reveals how these writers transformed their earthly hell into a "New Jerusalem," a place of liberation and spiritual renewal.

The book provides a nuanced understanding of the language of conversion in the context of slavery, highlighting the ways in which it offered both bodily and psychological healing.

With its rich historical insights and compelling narratives, Hell Without Fires is an essential read for anyone interested in African American history, religion, or literature.