| The Rishi of Bangladesh: A History of Christian Dialogue Contributor(s): Zene, Cosimo (Author) |
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ISBN: 0700715215 ISBN-13: 9780700715213 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2002 Annotation: This book is a study of the changing relationship over time (1856-1994) between the Rishi, an ex-Untouchable jati of Bengal/South-West Bangladesh, and various groups of Catholic missionaries. The book's originality and importance lies in its multi-disciplinary approach, which combines anthropological fieldwork, historical research, philosophical enquiry and contemporary missiological debates. Moreover, it addresses issues of great current relevance in its discussions of Orientalism, Neo-colonialism and Otherness. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | History - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General - Social Science | Regional Studies |
| Dewey: 294.592 |
| Series: Religion & Society in South Asia Series |
| Physical Information: 1.32" H x 6.38" W x 9.26" (1.92 lbs) 512 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Cultural Region - Asian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book is a study of the changing relationship over time (1856-1994) between the Rishi, an ex-Untouchable jati of Bengal/South-West Bangladesh, and various groups of Catholic missionaries. The book's originality and importance lies in its multi-disciplinary approach which combines anthropological fieldwork, historical research, philosophical enquiry and contemporary missiological debates. Moreover, it addresses issues of great current relevance in its discussions of Orientalism, Neo-colonialism and Otherness. |
