| Quasi-Religions: Humanism, Marxism and Nationalism 1994 Edition Contributor(s): Smith, John E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0333539818 ISBN-13: 9780333539811 Publisher: MacMillan OUR PRICE: $41.79 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 1994 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Movements - Humanism - Science | History - Political Science | History & Theory - General |
| Dewey: 144 |
| Series: Themes in Comparative Religion |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.79 lbs) 154 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This fascinating book considers systems of belief and practice which are not religions in the full-blown sense, but which nevertheless affect human life in ways similar to the role played by the recognised religions. Professor Smith's thorough account compares the features which Humanism, Marxism and Nationalism share with recognised religions, analysing each in turn, and asks whether there is not always a threat of the demonic when any contingent reality - man, the economic order, or the state - is made absolute. |