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Genealogies of Religion: Discipline and Reasons of Power in Christianity and Islam

Genealogies of Religion: Discipline and Reasons of Power in Christianity and Islam
By Talal Asad

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"This eloquent, lucid, and complex work is the product of remarkable intelligence and erudition; it is a profound contribution to the understanding of the cultural hegemony of the West." -- Ralph M. Coury, Religious Studies Review.

"All articles are extremely well written, exhibit impressive scholarship, and are thoughtful and are thoughtful and stimulating. Asad's criticisms are neither judgmental nor self-righteous but are generally driven by the will to understand." -- James R. Wood, Contemporary Sociology.


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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #88811 in Books
  • Published on: 1993-08-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 344 pages

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"This eloquent, lucid, and complex work is the product of remarkable intelligence and erudition; it is a profound contribution to the understanding of the cultural hegemony of the West." -- Ralph M. Coury, Religious Studies Review



"All articles are extremely well written, exhibit impressive scholarship, and are thoughtful and are thoughtful and stimulating. Asad's criticisms are neither judgmental nor self-righteous but are generally driven by the will to understand." -- James R. Wood, Contemporary Sociology