Christopher Hugh Partridge is a leading scholar in the study of religion and popular culture. His work explores the intricate connections between spiritual beliefs and their manifestations in contemporary society. Partridge delves into how popular culture serves as a lens through which to understand evolving religious landscapes and human experiences.
Humans have always been fascinated by drugs and altered states. Despite the risk of addiction, many have used drugs as technologies to induce moments of meaning-making transcendence. Beginning at the close of the eighteenth century, this book traces the quest for transcendence and meaning through drugs in the West through the modern period.
4th edition of the successful New Lion Handbook: the World's Religions, updated, redesigned, with new textbook focused questions and bibliography.
Featuring contributions from over 80 experts across various countries, this comprehensive work offers in-depth insights into major world religions, including insider articles on each faith. It explores themes such as the understanding of religion, ancient and indigenous belief systems, and significant modern developments like the rise of new religions and alternative therapies. The collaborative effort of twelve distinguished consulting editors enhances the book's authority and breadth, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in religious studies.
Examines the Jamaican background, necessary for understanding the cultural significance of dub. This work analyses its musical, cultural and political importance for both African-Caribbean and, particularly, white communities in the United Kingdom during the late-1970s and early 1980s.
Covers developments in world religions, especially in the study of religion, indigenous religions, and esoteric, pagan and New Age religion. This book features authors including twelve editors representing a international spectrum from UK, USA, Germany, Denmark, Finland, Japan and Australia.