The Anthropology of Religion : An Introduction Paperback / softback
by Fiona (University of Bristol) Bowie
Paperback / softback
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Now available in a revised second edition, this popular introduction to the anthropology of religion combines discussion of the origin and development of debates within the field, with a look at where the subject is heading. Introduces readers to the central theoretical ideas in the anthropology of religion and illustrates them with specific case studies. Features self-contained chapters, each with its own comprehensive bibliography, so that they can be approached in any order. Contains an additional chapter on mythology and a number of new illustrations. Incorporates coverage of the following topics in the existing structure: pilgrimage, spirit possession and cargo cults. Includes a list of ethnographic films and videos that can be used to illustrate and extend discussion of particular issues.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:344 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/11/2005
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- ISBN:9781405121057
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:344 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/11/2005
- Category:
- ISBN:9781405121057