Thinking About Religion: An Historical Introduction to Theories of Religion

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UPC:
9781405120128
Binding:
Paperback
Publication Date:
2/13/2006
Author:
Ivan Strenski
Language:
english
Edition:
1
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This history-based introduction to the study of religion introduces the main methods, theories and theorists in the field.


  • Introduces the main methods, theories and theorists in the field.
  • Engages with leading figures from the history of anthropology, sociology, psychology, philosophy and theology who have influenced the study of religion.
  • Reveals how the study of religion evolved in response to great cultural conflicts and major historical events.
  • Also considers the influence of inner experience, tacking issues such as human survival and wish-fulfilment.