Networks and Religion: Ties That Bind, Loose, Build-Up, and Tear Down

ISBN-13: 9781108404075 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 412 str.

Sean F. Everton

Opis

This book uses social network analysis to explore the various effects that social networks have on religious belief and practice.

Recenzje

'Although most social scientists who study religion agree that social networks play a central role in religious life, few studies draw on measures that adequately capture the effects of social networks. This book illustrates how researchers can draw on formal [Social Network Analysis] methods to explore the interplay of networks and religion.' American Sociological Association Section on Religion Newsletter

Spis treści

Part I. Introduction: 1. The surprising (at least to some) persistence of religion; 2. Social network analysis: a brief introduction; Part II. Ties that Bind: 3. Recruitment and conversion; 4. Commitment and conformity; Part III. Ties that Loose: 5. Diffusion and innovation; 6. Politics and community; Part IV. Ties that Build-Up: 7. Networks and tradition; 8. Health and happiness; Part V. Ties that Tear Down: 9. Conflict and cohesion; 10. Radicalization and violence; Part VI. Conclusion: 11. Conclusion; Appendices; References; Index.