Religion, Culture Society

This is a rich and dynamic introduction to the varieties of religious life and the central issues in the sociology of religion today. It leads the reader through the key ideas and main debates within the field as well as offering in-depth descriptions and analysis specific religions and movements. Emphasising religion as a global phenomenon, especially looking at the way in which globalization has had an impact on religious practice, Andrew Singleton has created an illuminating textbook suitable for students on a wide range of courses looking at religion as a social and cultural field. A very nice introduction to the sociology of religion for undergraduate students and non-academic readers...Theoretically informed, substantively rich, and easy reading, I recommend Singleton's book as a valuable orientation to the sociological study of religion. -- Christian Smith