Endorsements
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“A very interesting approach that should resonate with many students on introductory courses in religion. Although the idea of basing the analysis of religions on performance is novel at this basic level, it is easy to grasp and will be attractive to students and those coming to religious studies as a discipline for the first time. The coverage is comprehensive and the emphasis throughout is on comparative consideration of linked and contrasting beliefs and rituals, and I anticipate that many in the profession will find this an exciting text to use on their courses.” — Oliver Leaman, University of Kentucky, USA
“A sumptuous introduction to world religions. It is comprehensive and clear and makes the most recent scholarship accessible to an undergraduate. I look forward to using this as a textbook in my courses.” — Sushil Mittal, Associate Professor of Hinduism, and Director, Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence, James Madison University, USA
“Clear and accessible, this book contains accurate and soundly presented information and useful illustrations. It is organized in an engaging and refreshing style. I particularly like the author's careful attention to mystics, some of them women.” — Terry Rey, Associate Professor of Religion, Temple University, USA