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True religion

Graham Ward

(Blackwell manifestos)

Blackwell, 2003

  • : pbk.

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Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [155]-160) and index

Contents of Works

  • Religion before and after secularism
  • True religion and temporal gods
  • True religion and consumption
  • True religion and special effect

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Through reference to plays, poetry, novels, films and painting, this manifesto traces the genealogy of 'true religion' in the western world and makes six controversial claims about the past, present and future of religion. Traces a transformation in the way religion is understood and performed in the western world. Makes several major claims about the past, present and future of true religion. Uses cultural metaphors as ways into understanding religion. Refers to plays, poetry, novels, paintings and films, including Romeo and Juliet, Moby Dick, The Exorcist and Stigmata. Suggests that the end of wars between nations could result in a return of wars of faith. Part of the prestigious Blackwell Manifestos series.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Religion Before and After Secularism. 2. True Religion and Temporal Gods. 3. True Religion and Consumption. 4. True Religion and Special Effect. Afterword. Notes. Index.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA86264666
  • ISBN
    • 0631221735
    • 9780631221746
  • LCCN
    2002004861
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Oxford ; Malden, Mass.
  • Pages/Volumes
    ix, 168 p.
  • Size
    24 cm
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