Anthropology of Religion: The Basics

Anthropology of Religion: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introductory text organized around key issues that all anthropologists of religion face. This book uses a wide range of historical and ethnographic examples to address not only what is studied by anthropologists of religion, but how such studies are approached.

With international case studies from a range of religious traditions, suggestions for further reading, and inventive reflection boxes, Anthropology of Religion: The Basics is an essential read for students approaching the subject for the first time.

Author: James Bielo
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 03/23/2015
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.41d
ISBN: 9780415731256

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2015

About the Author

James S. Bielo is Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Miami University, Ohio, USA.