Religion and Social Theory

by Bryan S. Turner

Book Overview

If you are a theologian in need of a new textbook for courses in sociology of religion, comparative religion, and philosophy, this is the perfect text for you. Leading social theorists are gathered together in one comprehensive volume (Engels, Durkheim, Weber, Nietzsche, Freud, Foucault). The author skillfully assesses the different theoretical approaches established by these leading social theorists to the social function of religion. In doing so,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080398569X
• ISBN13: 9780803985698
• Release Date: September 1991
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"