The Resilience of Christianity in the Modern World
| Author | : Joseph B. Tamney |
| Publisher | : SUNY Press |
| Total Pages | : 196 |
| Release | : 1992-01-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0791408213 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780791408216 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (216 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Resilience of Christianity in the Modern World written by Joseph B. Tamney and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1992-01-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Develops a theoretical framework for understanding the popularity of religion in its particular social contexts. The author provides analyses of examples of "religious renaissance," such as the relation of the Catholic Church to Poland's Solidarity Movement, and the counterculture and Protestant theology. He appraises the appeal of the Christian Right in contemporary American culture and the relationship between the Political Right and the Christian Right. Paper edition (unseen), $16.95. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
