Christianity: A Very Short Introduction
- 176pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
This is a short, accessible analysis of Christianity that focuses on its social and cultural diversity as well as its historical dimensions.
Linda Woodhead è Professoressa di sociologia della religione. È nota per il suo lavoro sui cambiamenti religiosi dagli anni '80 e per aver avviato dibattiti pubblici sulla fede. È considerata una delle massime esperte mondiali di religione.



This is a short, accessible analysis of Christianity that focuses on its social and cultural diversity as well as its historical dimensions.
Addresses the most pressing question in the study of religion today: are new forms of spirituality overtaking traditional forms of religion? This book provides a theoretical perspective which explains both secularization and sacralization. It offers some predictions about the future of religion and spirituality in the west.
The key figures, events and ideas of Christian history, discussed within their own context.