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Individuals are represented as significant, however, only insofar as they represent institutions. The cast of characters is limited in other respects. Two insti tutions carry on a dialogue, rather than conduct a forum in which all aspects of community life may be represented. In more technical parlance, analysis in this volume is vertical rather than horizontal in scope; it probes into the roles of two institutions over a period of sixty years and explores the rela tions between them, rather than undertakes exposition Of all so cial phenomena in the locale. Politics, leisure activities, family relations, education — these and many other fellow townsme'n beckon frequently to the main characters, and occasionally it is necessary to pause for a brief word with them, but hurriedly, lest the thread of the ongoing conversation be lost.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between religious institutions and economic transformation in the American South, focusing on the rise of the cotton mill industry in Gaston County, North Carolina. The author examines the historical context of the post-Civil War South, where a shift from an agrarian economy to industrialism took root, particularly in the Piedmont region. The narrative explores the complex interplay between churches and mills, highlighting how religious leaders often championed the new industrialists as agents of progress and community development. The book delves into the motivations of these entrepreneurs, questioning the popular narrative of pure altruism and suggesting a more nuanced picture driven by economic opportunity and self-interest. Furthermore, the author investigates the emergence of social classes within mill communities and the subsequent formation of class-based churches, reflecting the changing social fabric of the region. The book also analyzes the role of churches in maintaining social control and their influence on specific economic issues such as child labor and wages. By examining the Gastonia textile strike of 1929, the author sheds light on the tensions and conflicts that arose between mill owners, workers, and religious institutions during this period of rapid industrialization. Ultimately, this book offers valuable insights into the evolving relationship between faith and economics in the American South, demonstrating how religious institutions both shaped and were shaped by the forces of industrial capitalism. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527828438_0
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