The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft 4th Edition 9781138692527

The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft 4th Edition 9781138692527 | ISBN-13 9781138692527

The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft 4th Edition 9781138692527 | ISBN-13 9781138692527

The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft 4th Edition by Rebecca Stein & Philip Stein | ISBN 13: 9781138692527

This concise and accessible textbook introduces students to the anthropological study of religion. Stein and Stein examine religious expression from a cross-cultural perspective and expose students to the varying complexity of world religions. The chapters incorporate key theoretical concepts and a rich range of ethnographic material.

The fourth edition of The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft offers:
• increased coverage of new religious movements, fundamentalism, and religion and conflict/violence;
• fresh case study material with examples drawn from around the globe;
• further resources via a comprehensive companion website.

This is an essential guide for students encountering anthropology of religion for the first time.