Readings in Ritual Studies

by Ronald L. Grimes (Editor)

This is the most comprehensive collection of articles on ritual ever assembled. The book includes selections by internationally known scholars such as Victor Turner and Clifford Geertz, as well as innovative piece s that illustrate the extraordinary interdisciplinary range of contemporary ritual studies. Grimes has drawn readings from the entire range of ritual—encompassing its secular, political and dramatic expressions as well as its religious ones.

Genres: Religion, Theory

600 pages, Paperback

First published December 10, 1995

About the author

Ron Grimes is a Professor Emeritus in Religion and Culture at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Reviews

[Nikki · Rating 3 out of 5]

Incredibly informative, but also terribly dry. I didn't read it in its entirety, but read quite a handful of required-reading excerpts.
Found a great essay on "Thanksgiving" though that has led me to the topic for my research paper in my "Ritual" class. :)

[Belle Meade School]

390

[Mel]

Selections - Clifford Geertz: "Deep Play: Notes on the Balinese Cockfight"