The Lutherans of New York: Their Story and Their Problems (1918)

""The Lutherans of New York: Their Story and Their Problems"" is a historical account of the Lutheran Church in New York City, written by George Unangst Wenner and originally published in 1918. The book explores the origins of the Lutheran Church in America, tracing its roots back to the early colonial period, and documents the growth and development of the Lutheran community in New York City throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. Wenner also examines the challenges and obstacles faced by the Lutheran Church in New York, including issues related to immigration, language barriers, and cultural differences. He provides insight into the struggles faced by Lutheran congregations in adapting to American society, and discusses the efforts made by church leaders to bridge the divide between their traditional German heritage and the rapidly changing American landscape. Overall, ""The Lutherans of New York"" offers a comprehensive and detailed look at the history and evolution of the Lutheran Church in one of America's largest and most influential cities, shedding light on the experiences of a religious community that played a significant role in shaping the social, cultural, and political landscape of New York City and the broader United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.