{"product_id":"sacred-liberty-americas-long-bloody-and-ongoing-struggle-for-religious-freedom-isbn-9780062743152","title":"Sacred Liberty: America's Long, Bloody, and Ongoing Struggle for Religious Freedom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e offers a dramatic, sweeping survey of how America built a unique model of religious freedom, perhaps the nation’s “greatest invention.” Steven Waldman, the bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eFounding Faith\u003c\/em\u003e, shows how early ideas about religious liberty were tested and refined amidst the brutal persecution of Catholics, Baptists, Mormons, Quakers, African slaves, Native Americans, Muslims, Jews and Jehovah’s Witnesses. American leaders drove religious freedom forward--figures like James Madison, George Washington, the World War II presidents (Roosevelt, Truman, and Eisenhower) and even George W. Bush.  But the biggest heroes were the regular Americans – people like Mary Dyer, Marie Barnett and W.D. Mohammed -- who risked their lives or reputations by demanding to practice their faiths freely.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust as the documentary \u003cem\u003eEyes on the Prize\u003c\/em\u003e captured the rich drama of the civil rights movement, \u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e brings to life the remarkable story of how America became one of the few nations in world history that has religious freedom, diversity and high levels of piety at the same time. Finally, \u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e provides a roadmap for how, in the face of modern threats to religious freedom, this great achievement can be preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Bravo. Excellent book. I highly recommend it.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMatthew Dodd This Week with George Stehpanopoulos\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This is what we need to know about the history of religious freedom in America. It is often an uncomfortable story, frequently infuriating, sometimes inspiring, consistently challenging. Waldman draws the reader into this epic struggle with a vivid and engaging narrative.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIngrid Mattson Former Head of the Islamic Society of North America\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Americans take for granted that religious liberty is one of the country’s founding principles. \u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e provides the vivid, detailed, little-known stories of the people who first defended that principle and have continued to re-shape and revive it in dramatically changing circumstances. Surprising, instructive, very timely, and wise.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Fallows, author of Our Towns: A 100,000-Mile Journey Into the Heart of America\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“At a moment of renewed animus against minority faiths, Steven Waldman provides both a stirring defense of religious freedom and a warning against the forces that continue to threaten it. His book is a tour de force, crafted with an historian’s eye and a journalist’s flair.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJonathan Zimmerman, Professor of History of Education, University of Pennsylvania\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This is an important and fascinating book full of riveting stories, provocative insights, inspiring heroes, and some serious warnings. The American model of religious freedom should be the envy of the world.  But if we don’t understand how we made this great ‘invention,’ we could easily squander the achievement.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eReza Aslan, author of Zealot and God: A Human History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Engaging . . . addresses the more crucial events in a thoughtful and balanced manner. . . . The book can generously be placed within the broad category of works by authors such as Jon Meacham, Stephen Ambrose, and Doris Kearns Goodwin.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChurch History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This informative and fact-filled volume is the most sobering and disquieting book I have read in many years. . . . We can only hope that Waldman’s suggestions are viewed positively by society's leaders and citizens, and that religious freedom can be saved.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNova Religio Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A look at America that few know fully. It is a story of why religious freedom is so important for us—an essential read for those who wish to understand a broader landscape of diversity and inclusion across America.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eReligion \u0026amp; Education\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A popular history narrated in lively, fast-paced prose . . . riveting.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJournal of American History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e “Must read.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKrista Kafer Denver Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Fascinating…riveting.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSally Quinn founder OnFaith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This well-researched and fascinating book is a must read for all of us.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWashington BookReview\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Argues persuasively that religious freedom coupled with the fervor of new religious movements have sparked great transformations in American society, from abolition to women’s rights to the Civil Rights Movement to gay marriage. The aspirational goal of true and complete religious tolerance has made us a better country.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFriends Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An excellent overview of the development of religious liberty in the United States . . . well-written . . . well-researched . . . nuanced. . . . \u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e deserves high marks.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLaw \u0026amp; Liberty\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Waldman focuses on events that are too little known. . . . Balanced . . . well-written and accessible . . . a rich, historical account [that] makes a valuable contribution.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJournal of Church and State\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A master narrative that lets readers fit the distortions and misperceptions of both sides—and yes, both sides have some—into informed perspective.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMoment magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Useful . . . an overview of religious liberty and prejudice in American history.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWorld magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Waldman seeks to bring some perspective and sanity back to discussions of religious liberty. And, on the whole, he achieves his aim: Reminding liberals that religious liberty really is a good thing and something to cherish, and reminding conservatives that none of the First Amendment rights are absolute.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNational Catholic Reporter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Offer[s] perspective and insight to an ongoing debate that is too often dominated by passion and emotion.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCatholic News Service Timothy Walch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e “A remarkable book.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmy Sullivan Impolite Company\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Wooa. It is a powerful read. It knocked me out.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJim Barter KIKO Phoenix\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“General readers of American history will find much to enjoy in Waldman’s exploration of the evolution of American religious freedoms.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An energetic history surveys America’s commitments to religious liberty from the 17th century to the present. . . . An informative account.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I just pray that more Adventists can read Waldman’s book…” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpectrum magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Essential reading…. Waldman tells a fascinating story in a fascinating way. He writes with care, verve, and insight. With an eye to detail and anecdote, he challenges many common prejudices. \u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e will both comfort and discomfort its diverse audience.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChristian Century Paul Marshall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Reading Steven Waldman’s fine new book… has been good for my soul.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChristianity Today Richard Mouw\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A powerful account of American religion since the colonial period...This insightful study is grounds for guarded optimism. It shows that the advance of decency has been steady, heartening—and fragile.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Economist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Well-researched and eye-opening. This compelling book is a must read for anyone whose life is impacted by the search and the fight for religious freedom. And that’s all of us whether we know it or not; whether we follow a religion or we don’t.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSylviane A Diouf author of Servants of Allah: African Muslims Enslaved in the Americas\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Religious freedom, enshrined in the First Amendment, is central to America’s identity. Waldman shows how remarkable that is, and how tenuous.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eSacred Liberty \u003c\/em\u003edetails America’s long and continuing struggle to achieve true religious freedom for all people.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeliefnet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Steven Waldman has made a permanent impact on religious discourse.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eState of Belief Radio\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A comprehensive history of America’s tradition of religious freedom.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Waldman outlines countless attacks on people of faith throughout the country’s history and interreligious tension that persists to this day. . . . Despite tough conclusions like this, Waldman isn’t arguing that America’s religious freedom laws are worthless. Instead, [he] helps people see why this is worth fighting for.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDeseret News\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Without freedom of conscience the whole history of the nation--and world--might be very different. We are lucky that Waldman has written this compelling study of the most essential breakthrough of modernity: the right to believe, or not, as one wishes. A great book about a monumental issue.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJon Meacham, Pulitzer-Prize-winning author of The Soul of America\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Waldman’s treatment of the religious intolerance that Catholics endured in the United States is especially interesting. It’s also instructive now that many Catholics are making common cause on this issue alongside the spiritual heirs of the very Protestants who recently saw Catholics as unworthy of equal treatment.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDavid Gibson Director of the Center on Religion and Culture at Fordham University\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Highly accessible. . . . A fascinating look at an important piece of history. . . .  superb, engrossing.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist starred review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Waldman offers a sweeping overview of how the United States built a unique model of ‘religious freedom’...Waldman can place current debates about religious liberty into sociopolitical and historical perspective.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Humanist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Steven Waldman has given us an extraordinarily readable journey through a thorny landscape: America’s struggle to get religious liberty right. Agree or not with all of his conclusions, you cannot ignore the importance of his thesis that religious freedom must be a level ground for all sincerely held religious beliefs.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCraig L. 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