| The Sociology of Religion: Theoretical and Comparative Perspectives Contributor(s): Hamilton, Malcolm B. (Author) |
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ISBN: 041522666X ISBN-13: 9780415226660 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $152.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2001 Annotation: An expanded second edition, this clear and comprehensive introduction to the sociology of religion incorporates the ideas of the main theorists with a wide range of material that illustrates the large expanse of religious beliefs and practices. Malcolm Hamilton presents a broad comparative view that draws on insights in history, anthropology and sociology. i The Sociology of Religion /i encompasses both classic and contemporary theories to present a full picture of the variety and span of theoretical perspectives. br br The newly expanded second edition brings the discussion fully up to date reflecting the current debates and developments in the field. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Sociology Of Religion - Non-classifiable - Religion |
| Dewey: 306.6 |
| LCCN: 2001019300 |
| Lexile Measure: 1400 |
| Physical Information: 0.75" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.38 lbs) 320 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This clear introduction to the sociology of religion combines a discussion of key theorists with a modern emphasis on the diversity of religious beliefs and practices. Malcolm Hamilton's expanded second edition brings the discussion fully up-to-date, and extends its material on secularization and religious sects, giving a broad comparative view. Drawing on the insights of history, anthropology and sociology, he surveys classic and contemporary theory to give a full picture of the variety and scope of theoretical perspectives. |