Sociology of Religion: A Reader

by Susanne C. Monahan (Editor), William A. Mirola, Michael O. Emerson

A reader that seeks to explore the relationship between the structure and culture of religion and various elements of social life in the U.S., Sociology of Religion: A Reader, 2e is ideal as either a standalone reader or supplement to the text written by the same author team, Why Religion Matters. Based on both classic and contemporary research in the sociology of religion, this reader highlights a variety of research methods and theoretical approaches. It explores the ways in which religious values, beliefs and practices shape the world outside of church, synagogue, or mosque walls while simultaneously being shaped by the non-religious forces operating in that world.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sociology, Religion, Textbooks

448 pages, Hardcover

First published October 9, 2000

Reviews

[Jamie Scott-Bryant · Rating 1 out of 5]

I used this book for a SOC class. it was BORING!

[Katharine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for Sociology of Religion Course

[Carlos · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although this book is clearly intended for use in a classroom setting, it still manages to make readings quite interesting for the student. It is also very US centered but in that ambit it still explores more than just the Christian tradition as well as introducing the complexities of the intersection of race and religion.

[Titus Hjelm]

Emphasis on the word 'reader'. Probably useful in a classroom setting, but not so for independent study. Targeted exclusively at an American audience, so more useful for 'religion in the US' than sociology of religion courses outside that context.

[Grant]

good