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A masterful exploration of post-Emancipation black religious life in Virginia. . . . A must-read for those interested in the evolution of black religious life in America.--Publishers Weekly, starred review This is specific, clear, empirical research conducted skillfully and presented straightforwardly. . . . This book swiftly rises to the A-list of must-reads in African American religious history.--Reading Religion

A masterful exploration of post-Emancipation black religious life in Virginia. . . . A must-read for those interested in the evolution of black religious life in America.--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"[An] exciting integration of digital humanities with a traditional monograph. . . . [Turner's] book effectively proves why scholars of Black political life should not ignore the complex history of Black churches.""--Journal of Southern History A masterful exploration of post-Emancipation black religious life in Virginia. . . . A must-read for those interested in the evolution of black religious life in America.""--Publishers Weekly, starred review Impressive. . . . Soul Liberty is a well-researched study and a valuable resource for individuals interested in African American religion and politics.""--Journal of Appalachian Studies This is specific, clear, empirical research conducted skillfully and presented straightforwardly. . . . This book swiftly rises to the A-list of must-reads in African American religious history.""--Reading Religion Turner's book provides a model for further state and local studies of African American church history, particularly in its attention to the crucial yet often overlooked political role of black women and black churches in the post-Reconstruction South. . . . [H]ighly recommend.""--Journal of Church and State Concise and deeply researched. . . . [Turner's] work explores the value of quantitative methods and GIS technology and tracks changes in gender dynamics within Black churches.""--Journal of African American History"

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Nicole Myers Turner is assistant professor of religious studies at Yale University.

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