{"product_id":"9781849205870","title":"The Sociology of Religion : A Critical Agenda by Grace Davie","description":"Why is religion still important?  Can we be fully modern and fully religious?      In this new edition, Davie follows up her discussion of the meaning of religion in modern society and considers how best to research and understand this relationship. Exploring the rapid movements within the sociology of religion today, this revised and updated book:     Describes the origins of the sociology of religion   Demystifies secularization as a process and a theory   Relates religion to modern social theory   Unpacks the meaning of religion in relation to modernity and globalization   Grasps the methodological challenges in the field   Provides a comparative perspective for religions in the west   Introduces questions of minorities and margins   Sets out a critical agenda for debate and research     The Sociology of Religion has already proved itself as one of the most important titles within the field; this edition will ensure that it remains an indispensable resource for students and researchers alike.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56313079595381,"sku":"9781787463226","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781849205870.jpg?v=1762825287","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781849205870","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}