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Book SynopsisThis work provides access to a definitive body of information on the internal workings of this mission centered fellowship, which under the banner of the 4-fold gospel has provided it's followers with a path of navigation.
Trade Review...[Ayer] brings order and definition to a large and varied body of literature. Ayer's strict adherence in defining and applying his criteria models integrity of scholarship and makes this resource an example of theological bibliography at its best...Through his skillfully crafted matrix of selection criteria, as well as the thoroughness of his compilations, Ayer has created the definitive bibliography of 'Allianceana.' Highly recommended... * Religious Studies Review *
The first comprehensive bibliography on this significant religious movement, this volume's 2,352 entries, most with brief annotations, are arranged alphabetically by author and cover 1880-1999. Coverage includes books, essays, articles, theses, pamphlets, and tracts. Also included are a list of periodical sources and personal name and subject indexes. For this denomination, coverage is more comprehensive that ATLA Religion Database...Recommended for libraries that support upper-division undergraduate and graduate programs in religion. * CHOICE *
A source that is both faithful to the central subject and detailed enough for any scholar or student…[Ayer's] overall selection is impressive. * Ashland Theological Journal *
A bibliography of denomination that evolved from a mission society provides access to more than 2,300 books, articles, essays, pamphlets, and other resources. * Missiology: An International Review *
