Genealogies of Religion: Discipline and Reasons of Power in Christianity and Islam - Rilegato

Asad, Talal

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ISBN 10: 0801846315 ISBN 13: 9780801846311

Casa editrice: Johns Hopkins Univ Pr, 1993

Riassunto

In eight essays, all but one previously published, Asad (anthropology, New School for Social Research) argues that religion as a historical and political category was created in modern Europe, and challenges some deeply held assumptions about the evolution and character of Christianity and Islam. He also applies his ideas to the current wave of Islamic fundamentalism. Paper edition (unseen), $15.95. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

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Recensione:

"This eloquent, lucid, and complex work is the product of remarkable intelligence and erudition; it is a profound contribution to the understanding of the cultural hegemony of the West." -- Ralph M. Coury, Religious Studies Review

"All articles are extremely well written, exhibit impressive scholarship, and are thoughtful and are thoughtful and stimulating. Asad's criticisms are neither judgmental nor self-righteous but are generally driven by the will to understand." -- James R. Wood, Contemporary Sociology

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• Editore: Johns Hopkins Univ Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0801846315
• ISBN 13: 9780801846311
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 344