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About the Author
Eileen Barker PhD, OBE, FBA, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the London School of Economics, UK. She has written over 250 publications (that have been translated into 27 languages) including New Religious Movements: A Practical Introduction and the award-winning The Making of a Moonie, now held by Ashgate. She has edited/co-edited 8 books and has been on the faculty of LSE since 1970. She is also the founder and Chair of Inform, an NGO supported by the government and mainstream Churches that provides enquirers with information about minority religions.
Reviews
A fitting tribute to a distinguished career: this book is a celebration of James Beckford's lifelong endeavor to make religion central to social theory. David G. Bromley, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA The breadth of topics examined in this collection is evidence of James Beckford's many contributions to the sociology of religion and, more importantly, to advancing the argument that we cannot understand society -- even presumably today's "secular" society -- without some appreciation for the role of religion. A much deserved recognition. Wade Clark Roof, University of California at Santa Barbara, USA Befitting the career of James Beckford, this book contributes to a genuinely comparative sociology of religion. R. Stephen Warner, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA An excellent collection of thoughtful and often innovative essays, from some of the best sociologists of religion, developing many of the important themes so masterfully treated in Jim Beckford's work. Chock full of helpful new insights; everyone in the sociology of religion will find something of interest and significance in this book. Lorne L. Dawson, University of Waterloo, Canada '... a collection of the themes that are important for today's sociology of religion [...] illustrates the versatility of Beckford's contribution to this field. ... this volume is essential for anyone interested in religion's place in contemporary society - it answers many questions and raises many new ones.' Alternative Spirituality and Religion Review 'This book is a collection of essays written in Beckford's honour, drawing on a number of religious themes that have been central to Beckford's interests, whilst also offering a significant contribution to our understanding of the wider society.' Theological Book Review 'There are no weak contributions to this festschrift, and all of the authors focus specifically on Beckford's interests. The collection is a fitting tribute to Beckford's work
Book Information
ISBN 9781409403432
Author Eileen Barker
Format Paperback
Page Count 260
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 498g