| Martyrdom: The Psychology, Theology, and Politics of Self-Sacrifice Contributor(s): Fields, Rona M. (Editor), Rosoux, Valerie (Editor), Owens, Coilin (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0275979938 ISBN-13: 9780275979935 Publisher: Praeger OUR PRICE: $64.35 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2004 Annotation: Martyrdom is a controversial and disputed concept. Just as religion is often hijacked by politics, martyrdom is frequently ascribed to a narrow, partisan, and parochial foundation. This is the first book to present varied views on the topic of martyrdom, reaching beyond cliches and simplistic explanations to provoke deep consideration of the essential nature of human beings and society. The volume's authors--experts in the disciplines of psychology, theology, and politics--examine martyrdom in thoughtful and thought-provoking chapters. A closing "conversation" between the authors is designed to inspire further discourse and debate. Readers engaged in the exploration of social justice, conflict, psychology, religion, and the politics of memory will find this book unique and stimulating. The authors have appeared on public television and public radio, as well as ABC, CBS, and NBC news and discussion programs. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology - Social Science | Violence In Society |
| Dewey: 303.6 |
| LCCN: 2003025654 |
| Series: Contemporary Psychology (Praeger) |
| Physical Information: 0.78" H x 6.48" W x 9.54" (1.03 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Martyrdom is a controversial and disputed concept. Just as religion is often hijacked by politics, martyrdom is frequently ascribed to a narrow, partisan, and parochial foundation. This is the first book to present varied views on the topic of martyrdom, reaching beyond cliches and simplistic explanations to provoke deep consideration of the essential nature of human beings and society. The volume's authors--experts in the disciplines of psychology, theology, and politics--examine martyrdom in thoughtful and thought-provoking chapters. A closing conversation between the authors is designed to inspire further discourse and debate. Readers engaged in the exploration of social justice, conflict, psychology, religion, and the politics of memory will find this book unique and stimulating. The authors have appeared on public television and public radio, as well as ABC, CBS, and NBC news and discussion programs. |