Bourdieu on Religion: Imposing Faith and Legitimacy

by Terry Rey

Overview

Pierre Bourdieu was one of the most influential social theorists of our time. He developed a series of concepts to uncover the way society works and to challenge assumptions about what'society is. His ideas illuminate how individuals and groups find value and meaning and so have rapidly come to be seen as hugely productive in analysing how religion works in society. 'Bourdieu on Religion' introduces students to Bourdieu's key concepts: cultural, social and symbolic capital; habitus and field; and his challenge to the structures of social inequality. This study will be invaluable to any student interested in the relationships between religion, class and social power.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781845532857
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/01/2007
Series:	Key Thinkers in the Study of Religion
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Terry Rey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religion at Temple University.

Table of Contents

Preface by Otto Maduro Introduction Chapter One: The Life, Work, and Influences of a "Master of Suspicion" Chapter Two: Theory of Practice: Field, Habitus, Capital Chapter Three: Bourdieu's Writings on Religion Chapter Four: Outline of Theory of Religious Practice: Eternalizing the Arbitrary in Colonial New England Chapter Five: Using Bourdieu to Interpret Religion: Applications and Limitations Conclusion