The Negro Church: Report of a Social Study Made under the Direction of Atlanta University; Together with the Proceedings of the Eighth Conference for ... held at Atlanta University, May 26th, 1903

by W. E. B. DU BOIS

First published in 1903, The Negro Church is not only the first extensive, in-depth sociological study of African-American religion specifically, but it is the first book-length sociological study of religion in general undertaken in the United States. Employing an array of historical, interview, survey, and participant-observation research methods, The Negro Church explores multiple aspects of African-American religious life in the early years of the twentieth century, from church finances to public opinion to denominational diversity to belief. This volume—primarily written by Du Bois himself—grew out of one of the groundbreaking 'Study of Negro Problems' conferences organized by Du Bois while he was at Atlanta University. A new introduction gives the historical context of the work and demonstrates its continuing importance for sociologists, historians, religion scholars, and anyone interested in the religious institutions of African Americans over the last century.

Genres: Sociology, History

Hardcover

First published November 1, 1903

Reviews

[Alonzo Berry · Rating 1 out of 5]

Don't Buy Thus Version

The formatting and book itself is terrible. Find another way to read it,please don't waste your time. It is a counterfeit.

[Ronald Avery · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Overview

W.E.B. Du Bois provides a comprehensive overview of the origin of the Black Church. His work remains relevant even today and has indeed withstood the test of time.

[beulah · Rating 5 out of 5]

So grateful for this updated version of Du Bois critical sociological work. Extra grateful to be able to read this one in the context of the editor of this edition and author of the Introduction.