Sociology of Religion: Contemporary Developments

by Kevin J. Christiano, William H. Swatos Jr., Peter J. Kivisto, et al.

Book Overview

This third edition of Sociology of Religion introduces students to key principles in the sociological understanding of religion, with revisions and updates throughout. The book offers an overview of the nature and function of religious institutions and practices, asking sociological questions about the changing role of religion in today's "post-traditional" world.

After an introduction to the many facets of religion and key theories for its...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442216921
• ISBN13: 9781442216921
• Release Date: October 2015
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.9" x 9.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary