Religion and Global Order
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Religion and Global Order
By (Author) John Esposito
Edited by Michael Martin Watson
University of Wales Press
University of Wales Press
28th July 2000
United Kingdom
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
Spirituality and religious experience
291.177
Physical Properties
Paperback
148
Width 138mm, Height 216mm
354g
Description
Religion and Global Order is a pioneering text which addresses the diverse and complex questions raised by the consideration of religion in the contemporary global context. It is widely agreed that the process of globalization is challenging the state's traditional role in international relations. Usually, this process is considered in terms of economic and technological development and is often associated with the spread of modern, that is 'western', consumerist cultural values. Hitherto, the position and role of religion in this shift in collective values and beliefs have been little examined.
Reviews
'The collection provides a useful corrective to the "religion as a threat" position that often dominates textbooks on international relations, if religion is mentioned.' International Affairs 'Much of the book's analysis will be of interest to audiences in Europe, North America, and indeed in the third world.' Reviews in Religion and Theology
Author Bio
John Eposito is director of the Center for Christian-Muslim Understanding, Georgetown University, USA. Michael Watson was, until 1999, senior lecturer in the Department of International Politics, University of Wales, Aberystwyth.
