 | Billy Graham and the Rise of the Republican South Subjects: Graham Billy 1918– -- Political and social views; Graham Billy 1918– -- Influence; Civil rights -- Southern States -- History -- 20th century; Religion and politics -- Southern States; Christianity and politics -- Southern States; Evangelists -- Unite; Billy Graham and the Rise of the Republican South considers the critical role the famous evangelist played in creating the modern American South. Author Steven P. Miller treats Graham as a serious actor and a powerful transitional symbol--an evangelist, first and foremost, but also a profoundly political figure. Steven P. Miller earned his Ph.D. degree in history from Vanderbilt University. He has taught at a number of institutions, including Washington University, Webster University, and Goshen College. |
