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This comprehensive and engaging introduction to the anthropology of religion brings together a rich and balanced collection of classic and contemporary readings. Ideal for courses in the anthropology of religion or comparative religion, this exceptional anthology not only gives students the tools to analyze and comprehend religion but also enables them to consider religion's major role in contemporary world affairs.Organized topically, Sacred Realms: Readings in the Anthropology of Religion, Second Edition, covers twelve major areas in faith, religion, and belief. Demonstrating the breadth and variety of human religious experience, the essays are written by authors from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds and include vivid ethnographic examples drawn from field studies around the world. The readings range from classic contributions by Bronislaw Malinowski, Horace Miner, and Anthony F. C. Wallace to more recent selections including one on the Rajneeshee by Charles Lindholm and articles on Sufism, witches, and American raves. The volume concludes with a unique section by the editors that describes the basic facets of five of the world's most influential religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.The editors also provide helpful background material throughout; their general introduction encourages students to approach religion as an objective human experience rather than from the perspective of their own upbringings, while overviews to each of the text's six parts place subjects in context and highlight key issues. Essay introductions identify the author's perspective, the article's major points, and the questions the essay raises.New to the second edition of Sacred Realms is a section on the intersection of religion and politics, which includes a classic article by Raymond Firth as well as recent articles on issues in Korea and the Middle East. This edition also features a world map at the front of the bookreferencing locations in each essay, by numberand a glossary of terms at the end of the book. An Instructor's Manual on CD is available to adopters.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Sacred Realms: Readings in the Anthropology of Religion'? A: The book focuses on introducing the anthropology of religion through a collection of classic and contemporary readings, exploring the major areas of faith, religion, and belief.
- Q: Who are the authors of the essays included in this anthology? A: The essays are authored by a diverse group of writers from various ethnic and national backgrounds, including notable figures like Bronislaw Malinowski, Horace Miner, and Anthony F. C. Wallace.
- Q: How is the book organized? A: The book is organized topically into twelve major areas, allowing readers to analyze and comprehend various aspects of religion and its role in contemporary society.
- Q: Does this edition include any new content compared to the previous one? A: Yes, the second edition includes a new section on the intersection of religion and politics, featuring articles on contemporary issues in Korea and the Middle East.
- Q: What additional resources are provided to support learning? A: The editors provide helpful background material, general introductions, overviews for each part, and an Instructor's Manual on CD for adopters.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 544 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in anthropology? A: Yes, it is designed as a comprehensive introduction, making it suitable for students and beginners interested in the anthropology of religion.
- Q: What are some of the religions covered in this book? A: The book covers five of the world's most influential religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
- Q: When was 'Sacred Realms' published? A: The second edition of 'Sacred Realms: Readings in the Anthropology of Religion' was published on March 25, 2008.