The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft

This concise and accessible textbook introduces students to the anthropological study of religion. Stein and Stein examine religious expression from a cross-cultural perspective and expose students to the varying complexity of world religions. The chapters incorporate key theoretical concepts and a rich range of ethnographic material. The fourth edition offers increased coverage of new religious movements, fundamentalism and other topics, as well as fresh case study material with examples drawn from around the globe. Further resources are available via a comprehensive companion website. This is an essential guide for students encountering anthropology of religion for the first time.