For the last five decades, Rodney Stark has been one of sociology s most prolific and important scholars of religion. The theoretical depth, the scientific rigor, and the clarity of style manifested in Stark s oeuvre over 30 books and 140 articles have made his work the standard texts. Stark s research career encompasses a wide spectrum of the necessary topics in sociology of religion. He has applied groundbreaking theory and method to issues of secularization, religion and society, religious movements, social theory, and the history of religion.
"Sociology of Religion: A Rodney Stark...
For the last five decades, Rodney Stark has been one of sociology s most prolific and important scholars of religion. The theoretical depth, the sc...
Sociologist David Martin has framed the secularization debate, guided Pentecostal studies, and shaped the scholarly study of religion. Martin s work possesses both theoretical depth and global perspective. This reader celebrates his best and most important work. It is essential reading for scholars and students who want to learn more about modernization and cultural change, Pentecostalism and the Global South, peace and violence, religion and sociology, and theology and politics."
Sociologist David Martin has framed the secularization debate, guided Pentecostal studies, and shaped the scholarly study of religion. Martin s wor...
