Hayes, John, 1972-

Hard, hard religion : interracial faith in the poor South / John Hayes. - 1 online resource. - New directions in southern studies . - New directions in southern studies. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction: Beneath the Bible Belt -- The making of the poor South -- Singing of death -- and life -- Tales of conversion and call -- Sacramental expressions -- The ethics of neighborliness -- Conclusion: The unraveling of the folk Christian world.

9781469635330 146963533X


Christianity--Southern States--20th century.
Working class--Religious life--Southern States.
Folklore--Southern States.
Christianity.
Folklore.
Working class--Religious life.
RELIGION / Christian Church / History
RELIGION / Christianity / History


Southern States.


Electronic books.

BR535 / .H387 2017eb

270.0975