Bradley L. Herling is Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Marymount Manhattan College, USA.
Summary
"The strange, familiar thing that is religion calls out for examination in today's world. But how should we interpret it? What are the foundations of a methodical approach to the academic study of religion, and what theoretical tools are available to the beginning student? A Beginner's Guide to the Study of Religion provides an approachable, comprehensive introduction to essential theory and method in the field."--BOOK JACKET.