Religion; The Basics (The Basics)
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Book Description
Is religion the same as culture? How does it fit with life in the modern world? Do you have to "believe" to be part of one?
From televangelism in the American South to the wearing of hijab in Britain and Egypt; from the rise of paganism to the aftermath of 9/11, this accessible guide looks at the ways in which religion interacts with the everyday world in which we live. A comprehensive introduction to the world of religion, it covers aspects including:
* Religion and culture
* How power operates in religion
* Gender issues
* The role of belief, rituals and religious texts
* Religion in the contemporary world
Religion: The Basics offers an invaluable and up-to-date overview for anyone wanting to find out more about this fascinating subject.
About the Author
Malory Nye is Lecturer in Anthropology of Religion at the Al-Maktoum Institute, Dundee, and is the general editor of the Scottish Journal of Religious Studies and founding editor of Culture and Religion.
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