“In this essential dynamic perspective, a new generation of scholars offers fresh ideas for understanding the religious expressions of African Americans in the United States. ”
“Overall, the essays in this collection offer a fresh, thoughtful look into African American religious communities outside of the Christian mainstream. . . . [T]his is a commendable collection that should encourage and inform subsequent study. 116.1 February 2011”
— American Historical Review
“This reappraisal of Fauset becomes a reappraisal of how to study African American religions, which makes this volume a must for anyone interested in this field. ”
— Nova Religio
“This well-conceived book extends Fauset’s respect for religious differences and his laudable refusal to indulge in grand, but inaccurate generalities.Vol. 97. 1 June 2010”
— Keith D. Miller, Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona
“. . . a fantastic new collection of essays on Arthur Huff Fauset and African American religious traditions. May 4, 2009”
— Phillip Luke Sinitiere, Religion in American History (blog)
“The editors of this fine collection of essays have resurrected the influence and importance of Arthur Fauset's classic study.... --ChoiceOctober 2009”
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