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God's Century: Resurgent Religion and Global Politics (Norton Series in World Politics (Paperback)),Used
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A fresh and illuminating perspective on the surge in religions political influence across the globe. Is religion a force for good or evil in world politics? How much influence does it have? Despite predictions of its decline, religion has resurged in political influence across the globe, helped by the very forces that were supposed to bury it: democracy, globalization, and technology. And despite recent claims that religion is exclusively irrational and violent, its political influence is in fact diverse, sometimes promoting civil war and terrorism but at other times fostering democracy, reconciliation, and peace. Looking across the globe, the authors explain what generates these radically divergent behaviors. In a time when the public discussion of religion is overheated, these dynamic young scholars use deeply original analysis and sharp case studies to show us both how and why religions influence on global politics is surging. Finally they offer concrete suggestions on how to both confront the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities posed by globally resurgent religion. 10 blackandwhite illustrations
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'God's Century: Resurgent Religion and Global Politics'? A: 'God's Century' examines the resurgence of religion's political influence globally, exploring whether this influence is beneficial or detrimental to politics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Monica Duffy Toft, a scholar known for her work in the intersection of religion and politics.
- Q: When was 'God's Century' published? A: The book was published on July 12, 2011.
- Q: What kind of illustrations does the book contain? A: The book includes 10 black-and-white illustrations that complement its content.
- Q: What is the page count of 'God's Century'? A: 'God's Century' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the College edition of 'God's Century'.
- Q: In what format is the book available? A: 'God's Century' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the political influence of religion, the effects of democracy and globalization, and the dual nature of religion's impact on issues like civil war and peace.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'God's Century' is suitable for academic study, particularly in courses related to religion, politics, and international relations.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in understanding the role of religion in global politics, including students, scholars, and general readers seeking insight into contemporary political dynamics, would benefit from this book.