Religion in Modern Britain

By Steve Bruce

Book Overview

Covering a key topic in both sociology and religious studies, this book is a thorough introduction to the role and importance of religion in contemporary British society. Beginning with a brief history of religion in Britain, the book goes on to survey the main religious groupings today, their beliefs and their organization. Exploring the relationship between religion and class, geography, age, and gender, the book highlights the decline of the mainstream churches and the rise of the "sectarian" Protestant fringe. It is an invaluable introduction and reference for all students of sociology and religious studies.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198780907
• ISBN13: 9780198780908
• Release Date: June 1995
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.3"