A Critical Introduction to the Study of Religion

By Craig Martin

Book Overview

A Critical Introduction to the Study of Religion

introduces the key concepts and theories from religious studies that are necessary for a full understanding of the complex relations between religion and society. The aim is to provide readers with an arsenal of critical concepts for studying religious ideologies, practices, and communities. This thoroughly revised second edition has been restructured to clearly emphasize key topics including: Essentialism Functionalism Authority Domination.　

All ideas and theories are clearly illustrated, with new and engaging examples and case studies throughout, making this the ideal textbook for students approaching the subject area for the first time.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 113820224X
• ISBN13: 9781138202245
• Release Date: April 2017
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"