Religion: The Basics Av Malory Nye

<P>From the local to the global level, religion is - more than ever - an important and hotly debated part of modern life in the twenty-first century.</P><P>From silver rings to ringtones and from clubs to headscarves, we often find the cultural role and discussion of religion in unexpected ways.</P><P>Now in its second edition, <EM>Religion: The Basics</EM> remains the best introduction to religion and contemporary culture available. The new edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes new discussions of:</P><UL><LI>the study of religion and culture in the twenty-first century</LI><LI>texts, films and rituals</LI><LI>cognitive approaches to religion</LI><LI>globalization and multiculturalism </LI><LI>spirituality in the West </LI><LI>popular religion.</LI></UL><P>With new case studies, linking cultural theory to real world religious experience and practice, and guides to further reading, <EM>Religion: The Basics</EM> is an essential buy for students wanting to get