Here are entered works explaining Christianity and defending it against criticism. Works explaining and defending other religions are entered under the individual religion with subdivision Apologetic works. --subdivision Apologetic works under individual denominations, e.g. Catholic Church--Apologetic works
Apologetics -- United States -- History -- 18th century. / https://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85006028 https://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n78095330-781 https://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2002006124 : McDermott, Gerald R.