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Thinking about Religion: An Historical Introduction to Theories of Religion
Thinking about Religion An Historical Introduction to Theories of Religion Author:Ivan Strenski 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.... more »
* 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.« less