| An Introduction to International Relations and Religion Subjects: Humanities; Politics & International Relations; International Relations; Religion; Political Behavior and Participation; Religion & Politics; Religion in Context; Not so very long ago it seemed reasonable to assert that the influence of religion on global politics was on the wane. As the Western world became increasingly secular and the process of globalisation deepened, it seemed inevitablenbsp;- on the surface at least - that the voice of religion was to be heard softly if it was to be heard at all.
This updated second editionnbsp;startsnbsp;with a close reading of the many theoretical and analytical concepts - notably Huntington and the clash of civilisations - that have grown up around this area and thennbsp;concludes with a summary of the issues under discussion and attempts to put into context what it means to live in a world that is increasingly shaped by a whole host of diverse religious groups. Essential reading for students of International Relations and Politics. Jeff Haynes is Professor of Politics at London Metropolitan University, UK. |