This theory-based book is purposefully selective rather than comprehensive and takes an integrated, global approach to examining religion in various cultures. Readers learn to identify both the complex interactions between religion and societal context and the ways in which these interactions shape individuals, communities, national politics, and the world society.
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"McGuire provides a thoroughly readable, in-depth investigation of the social aspects of religion." -- Michael Nielsen, Georgia Southern University
"A very useful text that exhibits both perceptive analysis and enlightening commentary." -- George Alcser, Marygrove College
"McGuire's text is accessible and comprehensive--perfect for an upper-division undergraduate course!" -- Emma Bailey, Western Mexico State University --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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Courteous and Stimulating,
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This review is from: Religion: The Social Context (Paperback)
Although I have obtained a Masters of Divinity and a Bachelors of Religious Studies, this is sadly the first book I've ever read on the sociology of religion, so I have no way of comparing it to other intro-level books on the same subject. All I can say is this: McGuire's book was a surprisingly stimulating read for me. She attempts to be friendly to those who hold strong religious convictions by claiming that a sociological perspective does not always necessarily contradict religious convictions. When I get time, I will come back later and write a more thorough review of the book to suggest how this tension plays out in the book.
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good, pity about markings,
This review is from: Religion: The Social Context (Paperback)
the book is OK, it is just a pity about the markings in the book but it will be very handy as I am a theological stuent and I need this book for one of my subjects. Thanks and God Bless you all
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