Christianity: A Very Short Introduction
- 176pages
- 7 heures de lecture
This is a short, accessible analysis of Christianity that focuses on its social and cultural diversity as well as its historical dimensions.
Linda Woodhead est Professeure en sociologie de la religion. Elle est surtout connue pour ses travaux sur l'évolution religieuse depuis les années 1980 et pour avoir initié des débats publics sur la foi. Elle est considérée comme l'une des plus grandes expertes mondiales en matière de religion.



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.