The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft

By Rebecca L. Stein, Philip L. Stein, Benjamin R. Kracht

Book Overview

This concise and accessible textbook introduces students to the anthropological study of religion. Stein and Stein examine religious expression from a cross-cultural perspective and expose students to the varying complexity of world religions. The chapters incorporate key theoretical concepts and a rich range of ethnographic material.

The fourth edition of The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft offers:
- increased coverage of new religious movements, fundamentalism, and religion and conflict/violence;
- fresh case study material with examples drawn from around the globe;
- further resources via a comprehensive companion website.

This is an essential guide for students encountering anthropology of religion for the first time.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138719978
• ISBN13: 9781138719972
• Release Date: May 2017
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.7" x 9.6"