{"title":"Stuart Piggin","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of Stuart Piggin, a distinguished author renowned for his profound contributions to the fields of history and religious studies. His books offer an in-depth exploration of the dynamic interplay between faith, society, and national identity, with a particular focus on Australia’s religious heritage and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eAttending to the National Soul\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the evolution and impact of Christianity in shaping Australian culture and national consciousness. Piggin’s meticulous research and engaging narrative style provide readers with not only historical facts but also a deeper understanding of how religious movements have influenced societal development and moral frameworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his comprehensive analyses, Stuart Piggin offers readers an opportunity to contemplate the significant role of religion in the tapestry of national histories and identities. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious reader, Piggin’s work is sure to enrich your understanding of the foundational elements that have moulded nations and their narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"attending-to-the-national-soul-by-stuart-piggin-9781925835366","title":"Attending to the National Soul","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShortlisted for the 2020 Australian Christian Book of the Year Award\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from \u003cem\u003eThe Fountain of Public Prosperity\u003c\/em\u003e, the acclaimed historical account of Australian evangelical Christianity in the period preceding the First World War, in this major new contribution, Stuart Piggin and Robert Linder tell the story of how Australian evangelical Christians responded to the decline of the British empire and to the expanding international reach of their religious mission and beliefs. They explore how these Christians reacted to the challenges of secularism and how they have sought to 'attend to the national soul': sensitising the national conscience and helping to shape the national consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors offer an extensive treatment of evangelical involvement in the First and Second World Wars, and in the wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Afghanistan. They consider Alan Walker and Billy Graham, and the development of an energetic evangelism more calculated to address global fears and personal anxieties. By the beginning of the twenty-first century, they show how the movement had trifurcated into conservative, progressive, and Pentecostal branches, with each learning the necessity of bringing a prophetic ministry to bear on social issues for greater engagement with wider society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis ambitious study seeks to recognise the influence of 'the public opening up of the word of Christ to the world', 'to tell the truth about his influence' on Australia's social and cultural history, and to show that, in spite of secularism's success in marginalising faith, evangelical Christianity continues to be as much a public ethic as a personal credo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'There has probably never been a better history of evangelical traditions in a single country.' - Mark Noll, Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Stuart Piggin and Robert D. Linder discuss the impact of this vibrant interdenominational movement on Australia with clarity, authority, and critical sympathy.' - David Bebbington, Professor of History, University of Stirling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'A great achievement and one that will help over time to change the way Australian history is written.' - Wayne Hudson, Professor in Australian Studies, Australian National University\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000546083052,"sku":"9781925835366","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18678993482873.jpg?v=1763283601"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/stuart-piggin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}