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A Rumor of Angels: Modern Society and the Rediscovery of the Supernatural Paperback – January 6, 1970

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Written by one of the most revered sociologists of the of the 20th century, A Rumor of Angels gives readers a unique insight into the complicated relationship between religion and society. It is undeniable that religion has had a profound effect on civilization. Readers will learn just how religion and society affect one another, and how that relationship has changed in modern times, with the secularization of mainstream society. Questioning modern morality, Peter Berger offers one of the most thought provoking books on religion in the 20th century.

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“A book of great practical wisdom by authors who have profound insight into the intellectual dynamics governing contemporary life.”—Dallas Willard, author of Knowing Christ Today

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January 6, 1970
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5.2 x 0.3 x 8 inches
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0385066309
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978-0385066303
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About the Author

Peter L. Berger (Boston, MA) was a University Professor of Sociology Emeritus at Boston University and the founder and Senior Research Fellow of the Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs. He wrote numerous books on sociological theory, the sociology of religion, and Third World development. Among his more recent books are In Praise of Doubt (with Anton Zijderveld); Religious America, Secular Europe? (with Grace Davie and Effie Fokas); Questions of Faith; Many Globalizations (edited with Samuel Huntington); and Redeeming Laughter: The Comic Dimension of Human Experience. Professor Berger received honorary degrees from Loyola University, University of Notre Dame, University of Geneva, University of Munich, Sofia University, and Renmin University of China. He died in 2017.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Anchor; 1st edition (January 6, 1970)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 103 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0385066309
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0385066303
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.3 x 8 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #799,836 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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clear and concise

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2008

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Peter Berger has a skill for clear and concise sociological writing, and this is the case in this book. This book deals with the state of thological and religious thought in the modern world, where the availability of several options for individuals to think and believe has caused a challenge
to theological thought and religous institutions. He makes the case that a complete understanding of this is important for both religious and non-religious individuals, and also for theologians and scholars of religion. He also advances from this, and what he has said previously in the other book The Sacred Canopy, that an inductive faith is a possible option for those who find it impossible to ignore modern thought, including the empirical sciences, in their religious beliefs. Faith and the supernatural do not have to be ruled out just because empirical science does not support them. This is what Tolstoy called "irrational knowledge" and it is critical to consider, especially in our modern time.

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Chuck Johnson

Truly excellent, Berger's view still is expessed by this slim volume.

Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2017

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Absolutely excellent! This was written as a followup to The Sacred Canopy.
which Berger himself said "read like a treatise on atheism, at least in parts."
My hard cover copy cost $5.50 in 1967. Try getting that today.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2017

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Great!

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Muche U

Must read

Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021

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Great book

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2014

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A wonderful little book, still relevant today.

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Foster

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2015

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A modern exposition of "all will be well and all will be well."

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Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2017

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Good Book, fast delivery

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Michael Dresbach

A Good Experience

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2017

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The book arrived in a very timely fashion and delivered without damage.

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Marek C Slowikowski

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2015

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great service and goods

Stephen

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 22, 2015

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Great title, great cover, great book. Very little, mind.

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A Rumor of Angels: Modern Society and the Rediscovery of the Supernatural Peter L Berger

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 27, 2014

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Book was as described and arrived quickly in good condition except that the spine was cracked in one place, possibly in the post, due to the fact is is a slim and light (102 pp) book, and unfortunately it was packed in a Jiffy bag without any other cardboard protection. Although written in 1968 it is still relevant to the situation today as secularism continues to flourish. A useful insight.

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An enduring classic

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2014

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Berger develops his extensive sociological discipline to embrace the significance of the Christion religion in the development of society. A book with enduring importance.