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The Catholic Church and the Nation-state. Comparative Perspectives.
. Ed(S): Manuel, Paul Christopher; Reardon, Lawrence C.; Wilcox, Clyde
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Hardback. Presenting case studies from sixteen countries on five continents, this title paints a portrait of a complex and paradoxical institution whose political role has varied historically and geographically. Editor(s): Manuel, Paul Christopher; Reardon, Lawrence C.; Wilcox, Clyde. Series: Religion and Politics Series. Num Pages: 298 pages. BIC Classification: HRCC7; HRCX6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
Presenting case studies from sixteen countries on five continents, The Catholic Church and the Nation-State paints a rich portrait of a complex and paradoxical institution whose political role has varied historically and geographically. In this integrated and synthetic collection of essays, outstanding scholars from the United States and abroad examine religious, diplomatic, and political actions—both admirable and regrettable—that shape our world. Kenneth R. Himes sets the context of the book by brilliantly describing the political influence of the church in the post-Vatican II era. There are many recent instances, the contributors assert, where the Church has acted as both a ... Read more
Presenting case studies from sixteen countries on five continents, The Catholic Church and the Nation-State paints a rich portrait of a complex and paradoxical institution whose political role has varied historically and geographically. In this integrated and synthetic collection of essays, outstanding scholars from the United States and abroad examine religious, diplomatic, and political actions—both admirable and regrettable—that shape our world. Kenneth R. Himes sets the context of the book by brilliantly describing the political influence of the church in the post-Vatican II era. There are many recent instances, the contributors assert, where the Church has acted as both a ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
298
Condition
New
Series
Religion and Politics Series
Number of Pages
298
Place of Publication
Washington, DC, United States
ISBN
9781589011144
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V9781589011144
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About . Ed(S): Manuel, Paul Christopher; Reardon, Lawrence C.; Wilcox, Clyde
Paul Christopher Manuel is a professor of political science at Mount St. Mary’s University and a research fellow at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs at Georgetown University. Lawrence C. Reardon is a research associate at the John King Fairbanks Center for East Asian Studies at Harvard University and an associate professor of political science and ... Read more
Reviews for The Catholic Church and the Nation-state. Comparative Perspectives.
This book is a valuable part of the research and literature on the role of the church in contemporary society and politics. It is recommended for serious study and discussion among those in academic, religious and policy circles and is also an important read for anyone trying to gain a better understanding of the challenges facing the church today.
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