The relation between religion and liberal democracy in America has long been vexed and complex--and crucial to what it is and aspires to be. Amid increasingly contentious exchanges over fundamentalism, abortion rights, secularism, and pluralism, Bane reminds us of the critical role that religion plays in the health and well-being of a democracy. CONDITION â USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780674017108 ISBN10: 0674017102 Contributors: Bane, Mary Jo, Coffin, Brent, Higgins, Richard,