<p>The first comprehensive overview of contemporary inspirational music, covering its historical roots and dramatic growth into one of America's most vital music genres.</p><p><br>* Over 200 entries spanning the development of contemporary Christian music and its historic and cultural roots</p><p>* A remarkable team of contributors -- distinguished scholars across the full academic and religious spectrum</p><p>* A host of images of historic and contemporary performers and other important figures in inspirational music</p><p>* An extensive bibliography of important works in print and online for further reading on contemporary Christian music</p><p>* A comprehensive index</p>