The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher :
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 10,80 MB
Release : 1920
Category : Christianity
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The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher :
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 19,19 MB
Release : 1918
Category : Christianity
ISBN :
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The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Cosimo, Inc.
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 18,50 MB
Release : 2005-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1596055235
Book Description
It is not too much to say that today no daily newspaper in any large American city dares to attack the emoluments of the Catholic Church, or to advocate restrictions upon the ecclesiastical machine.-from "Holy History"Few readers have not heard of Upton Sinclair's 1906 book The Jungle, his fictionalized account of Chicago's meatpacking industry, which set in motion dramatic social and governmental changes and highlighted the power of investigative journalism. But his 1918 book The Profits of Religion, a viciously witty censure of religious institutions in America, remains unjustly obscure. Drolly but bitterly subtitled "an essay in economic interpretation," this potent book condemns religious leaders for taking advantage of the credulity and hopefulness of ordinary Americans to line their own pockets and amass political influence. Not merely a brilliant work of persuasive journalism, this is also a document of the idealistic socialism that lingered after World War I, when the triumph of the movement's ideal still seemed possible.American writer UPTON SINCLAIR (1878-1968) was an active socialist and contributor to many socialist publications. His muckracking books include The Moneychangers (1908), King Coal (1917), Oil! (1927), and Boston (1928).
The Profits of Religion An Essay In Economic Interpretation
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 50,42 MB
Release : 2023-10-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN :
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The Profits of Religion: An Essay in Economic Interpretation by Upton Sinclair: In this thought-provoking essay, Upton Sinclair delves into the economic aspects of organized religion. With a critical lens, he examines how religion can be influenced by financial interests and how it, in turn, impacts society. Through incisive analysis and historical examples, Sinclair presents a compelling argument about the intersection of religion, politics, and economics, challenging readers to contemplate the role of religion in shaping societies. Key Aspects of the Book "The Profits of Religion: An Essay in Economic Interpretation by Upton Sinclair": Critical Analysis: Upton Sinclair offers a critical examination of the economic forces at play within organized religion, raising questions about its influence on society. Historical Examples: The essay draws on historical cases to illustrate how financial interests have shaped religious institutions throughout history. Reflection on Religion and Politics: Sinclair's work encourages readers to consider the complexities of the relationship between religion, politics, and economics. Upton Sinclair was a prominent American writer and social reformer known for his investigative journalism and powerful advocacy for workers' rights and social justice. Born in the late 19th century, Sinclair's works, including "The Jungle" and "The Profits of Religion," shed light on societal issues and the need for change. His impactful writings inspired reforms in labor practices and food safety, leaving a lasting impact on American literature and activism.
The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Beall Sinclair
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 43,49 MB
Release : 1921
Category :
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The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : IndyPublish.com
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 20,43 MB
Release : 2006-05-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781421980638
Book Description
The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher :
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 18,55 MB
Release : 2015-07-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781331407607
Book Description
Excerpt from The Profits of Religion: An Essay in Economic Interpretation This book is a study of Supernaturalism from a new point of view - as a Source of In come and a Shield to Privilege. I have searched the libraries through, and no one has done it before. If you read it, you will see that it needed to be done. It has meant twenty-five years of thought and a year of investigation. It contains the facts. I publish the book myself, so that it may be available at the lowest possible price. I am giving my time and energy, in return for one thing which you may give me - the joy of speaking a true word and getting it heard. The present volume is the first of a series, which will do for Education, Journalism and Literature what has here been done for the Church: the four volumes making a work of revolutionary criticism, an Economic Interpretation of Culture Under the general title of "The Dead Hand." About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Profits of Religion Fifth Edition
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Pinnacle Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 50,82 MB
Release : 2017-05-24
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781374814523
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Profits of Religion
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 45,87 MB
Release : 2022-05-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
The Profits of Religion is a book by Upton Sinclair. Essentially an essay in economic interpretation, it delves into how the church continually makes huge profits in its operations.
The Economy of Religion in American Literature
Author : Andrew Ball
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 32,86 MB
Release : 2022-04-07
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1350231681
Book Description
Examining how economic change influences religion, and the way literature mediates that influence, this book provides a thorough reassessment of modern American culture. Focusing on the period 1840-1940, the author shows how the development of capitalism reshaped American Protestantism and addresses the necessary role of literature in that process. Arguing that the “spirit of capitalism” was not fostered by traditional Puritanism, Ball explores the ways that Christianity was transformed by the market and industrial revolutions. This book refutes the long-held secularization thesis by showing that modernity was a time when new forms of the sacred proliferated, and that this religious flourishing was essential to the production of American culture. Ball draws from the work of Émile Durkheim and cultural sociology to interpret modern social upheavals like religious awakenings, revivalism, and the labor movement. Examining work from writers like Rebecca Harding Davis, Jack London, and Countee Cullen, he shows how concepts of salvation fundamentally intersect with matters of race, gender, and class, and proposes a theory that explains the enchantment of modern American society.
