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A remarkable new book. . . . Draws on a wide range of historical contexts, literary sources, art criticism and theology.--<i>National Catholic Reporter</i>

A one-of-a-kind book that reconsiders the position of the Virgin Mary in Protestant churches, households, and minds throughout nineteenth-century America. Alvarez's meticulous analysis of books, magazines, and newspapers reveals a popular culture steeped in Marian themes and images that contributed to wider conversations about what it meant to be a woman.--Church History and Religious Culture This book will be of particular interest to scholars of women's studies, religious studies, and nineteenth-century US history.--American Literature Her command of the sources is impressive. . . . Those interested in art history, American studies, religious studies, sociology, and women's studies will appreciate Alvarez's contribution.--Magistra A fascinating account of the Virgin Mary in nineteenth-century American popular culture.--Reading Religion A fascinating history in American culture brought to renewed life---American Historical Review A remarkable new book. . . . Draws on a wide range of historical contexts, literary sources, art criticism and theology.--National Catholic Reporter A well-researched exploration of America's widespread interest in the Virgin Mary between the Immaculate Conception declaration of 1854 and its semicentennial in 1904. . . . Convincingly argues that Americans of the period, Protestant and Catholic alike, understood Mary as an exemplar of both woman- and motherhood.--Library Journal Alvarez argues that during the 19th century, the figure of Mary was significant in US culture: irrespective of her theological and devotional significance, understanding of Mary profoundly shaped ideas of the role[s] of women in society. Recommended.--Choice An important contribution to American religious and cultural history, and it reminds us that the history of nineteenth-century Protestant-Catholic relations is more complex than mere rivalry and apathy.--Journal of American History

A well-researched exploration of America's widespread interest in the Virgin Mary between the Immaculate Conception declaration of 1854 and its semicentennial in 1904. . . . Convincingly argues that Americans of the period, Protestant and Catholic alike, understood Mary as an exemplar of both woman- and motherhood.--<i>Library Journal</i>

A well-researched exploration of America's widespread interest in the Virgin Mary between the Immaculate Conception declaration of 1854 and its semicentennial in 1904. . . . Convincingly argues that Americans of the period, Protestant and Catholic alike, understood Mary as an exemplar of both woman- and motherhood.-- Library Journal

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Elizabeth Hayes Alvarez is assistant professor of religion at Temple University, USA.

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