Product 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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1220784 in Books
• Published on: 2000-04-20
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 239 pages

Review
'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

About the Author
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.