Moses and the American story Feiler, Bruce S. creator text bibliography biography nyu New York, NY Harper perennial c2010 2009 1st Harper perennial ed. monographic eng

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352 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. An exploration of how the story of Moses has influenced American history traces the biblical figure's role in inspiring change, from the Pilgrims' journey and the visions of the Founding Fathers to the ideologies of the civil rights movement. Moses! Moses! -- An errand into the wilderness -- Proclaim liberty throughout the land -- A Moses for America -- Let my people go -- The war between the Moseses -- Mother of exiles -- The Ten Commandments -- I've seen the promised land -- A narrative of hope -- Giving thanks -- The books of Moses. adult Bruce Feiler. Includes bibliographical references (p. [325]-335) and index. n-us--- (Biblical leader) Moses Influence Feiler, Bruce S Travel United States (Biblical leader) Moses Religion and politics United States History Religion and sociology United States History United States History United States History E179 .F33 2010 973 306.0973 9780060574888 9780061726279 2010277160 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1006/2010277160-b.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1006/2010277160-d.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1006/2010277160-b.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1006/2010277160-d.html BTCTA 100222 20200219160821.0 16100354