Sociology of Exorcism in Late Modernity

by Giuseppe Giordan and Adam Possamai

Book Overview

This book provides a sociological understanding of the phenomenon of exorcism and an analysis of the reasons for its contemporary re-emergence and impact on various communities. It argues that exorcism has become a religious commodity with the potential to strengthen a religion's attraction to adherents, whilst also ensuring its hold. It shows that due to intense competition between religious groups in our multi-faith societies, religious groups...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319717723
• ISBN13: 9783319717722
• Release Date: January 2018
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 127 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.8" x 8.3"